Particularly suited for marine applications such as bridges, dock pilings, wharfs and ship building. Used extensively for construction in Australia. Used as a road base at one time. Highly decay resistant heartwood. Works well, requires sharp tools on the curly grain.
Steam bends moderately well.
Glues and finishes well. Takes a high polish. Poor burning qualities. Seasons well with some shrinkage. Regrowth Jarrah is a small percentage of available timber.