Standard and Better Blackbutt 130x19MM is the cleaner face of the same timber, at $16.90 per lineal metre including GST. The grading rules tighten considerably: gum vein is limited, knots are smaller and far less frequent, and colour holds within a narrower band of pale golds and light browns. The result is a deck that reads as one continuous surface rather than a collection of individual boards. That consistency matters on architect-specified projects, on smaller decks where every board is in plain sight, and anywhere the finish is going to be clear-oiled rather than stained down. You also cut less waste, since fewer boards need docking to remove a feature. Same Class 1 durability, same BAL29 rating, same 9.1kN hardness as Character Grade — you’re paying for appearance and predictability. Confirm current stock with your nearest branch before placing an order.
$16.90
Wide-face profile over standard joist spacing, priced per lineal metre so quoting and ordering stay simple.
Consistent grain and colour means decking oils and clear coats sit evenly, without variation showing through the finish.
Identical structural credentials to Character Grade — 40-plus year potential lifespan and approval for bushfire-prone areas up to BAL29.
Fewer boards need docking to remove features, so your order quantity sits closer to your actual coverage and less timber ends up in the offcut pile.
Restricted gum vein, smaller and less frequent knots, and a controlled colour range across the pack.
A $3.00/m step up from Character Grade, GST included. On most residential decks that works out to a modest premium for a visibly cleaner result.
| Brand | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Melbourne Timber Supplies [MTS] | Blackbutt Decking Standard and Better Grade 130x19MM |
