Saligna decking is a structural timber used for decking, flooring, furniture, doors, and windows. It’s a good entry-level decking option that’s a step up from pine. Here are some characteristics of saligna decking:
Origin: Saligna is native to Eastern Australia but is also grown in Southern Africa.
Color: Saligna is a light to dark pink colored eucalypt with a dark pink to reddish brown heartwood.
Texture: Saligna has a course, even texture.
Workability: Saligna is fairly easy to work with, nail, and dress. It takes a good polish and takes all types of stains and paints.
Drying: Saligna is difficult to dry.
Price: Saligna decking is a little more expensive than pine decking.