| Species |
Red Oak |
| Scientific Name |
Quercus garryanna |
| Wood description |
Heartwood color light pink, red, & grew brown. Sapwood color is whitish. Grains are even and usually straight. Texture is medium to coarse. |
| Weight |
600-800 kg/m3 |
| Machining Properties |
Easy to machines. Preboring is suggested before nailing & screwing. Sharp tools required for planing and other machine work due to its hardness. |
| Finishing |
Grain filling is required for best results. Melamine, UV and PU coating is recommended. Staining can be done |
| Drying & treatment |
It is difficult to dry and proper care is required for drying. Air drying below 20% MC is suggested before kiln drying. |
| Common uses |
Decorative furniture, flooring, panelling, pallets, Panel doors & windows, chairs & desks, decorative veneers, gift items, garden furniture etc. |
| Additional Information |
Broad prominent rays produce a flaked figure on quarter sawn surfaces. It has very good resistance to wear and water due to its resin content |
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