Specifications
| Available As | Boards |
|---|---|
| Species | Red Oak |
| Cuts | Plain Sawn, Rift Sawn, Quarter Sawn |
| Stock Source | Appalachian, Southern, & Northern stock |
| Thickness | 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, 16/4 |
| Finish | Rough |
| Grade | FAS1F; #1 Common |
General Characteristics
Red Oak is one of the better known and most widely used species of wood in the United States.
Red Oak is very hard; however, it machines, stains, and finishes quite well. Red Oak varies in color from light pink to light red.
Typical Applications
Red Oak has a wide variety of applications. It has been a top choice in the cabinet and furniture industries for years. Red Oak is used extensively for flooring and moulding as well. It is also a very popular choice in the construction of interior and exterior doors and windows.