| 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. |
