Personally I like the spotted gum option, I think it blends in nicely with your deck though I think the charcoal would look fine too

Def not the charcoal. The spotted gum is nice but a mid oak would be better.

What makes you say mid oak?. Isn't it lighter than the merbau and would just add another colour to the mix.If mid oak do you have an image in mind?

Spotted gum - it blends in well with your deck and carpet .

Spotted gum.

I would go for the spotted gum option to create flow between indoor and outdoor, the social areas of the house. So when you have the doors open, there is a sense of continuity and the spaces feel generous. Monia

Spotted gum for all of the reasons stated above. The room doesn't look particularly wide or generous and the dark charcoal will make it feel more closed in.

Best of luck,

Dr Retro

of Dr Retro House Calls

Agree spotted gum

The Spotted Gum would be gorgeous! Great choice! :)

Spotted gum, suit your style better, the charcoal too modern