| Red Oak |
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| 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. |
| BOTANICAL NAME |
Quercus Rubra |
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OTHER NAMES
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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. |
