Advisory code

Advisory codes emphasise characteristics of a timber species that might affect performance in some applications.

Advisory codes emphasise characteristics of a timber species that might affect performance in some applications.


Below are a list of values users can choose for this field group.

  • A1 - High shrinkage
  • A2 - Variable density, hardness and strength, depending on origin or species
  • A3 - Gum veins common
  • A4 - To be painted or protected against the Queensland pine beetle
  • A5 - Usually knotty
  • A6 - Included bark is sometimes present
  • A7 - Finishes sometimes affected by resin bleed
  • A8 - Latex canals common
  • A9 - Corrodes ferrous fastenings when wet
  • - No reliable data at the time of publication.