Product Description
DESCRIPTION
Red Oak heartwood is similar to other oaks and coloration runs from a light tan to pink with a reddish tinge. The wood is predominantly straight grained and coarse textured. Red Oak has a somewhat less attractive figure than White Oak due to smaller rays. Weight is about 48lbs per cu. ft.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
North America
BOTANICAL NAME
Quercus Rubra
OTHER NAMES
American Red Oak, Gray Oak, Spanish Oak, Northern Red Oak
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
High crush strength, medium bending strength and stiffness and considered a very good steam bending wood.
WORKING PROPERTIES
Moderate blunting effect on cutters. Density varies. Gluing properties vary and nailing may require pre-drilling. Takes stain well and polishes to a good finish.
DURABILITY
Heartwood is non-durable and susceptible to insect attack. Moderately resistant to preservative treatment. Sapwood is permeable.
SEASONING
Tendency to dry slowly with checking, splitting and honeycombing. Needs care in both air and kiln drying. Medium movement.
USES
Furniture, veneer, interior joinery, flooring, plywood. Not suitable for exterior work.
COMMENTS
Grain may need to be filled to achieve smooth finish.
