Red oak is one of the commonly used veneers in the U.S. furniture industry. It's open pored grain creates an interesting texture and a pattern that is highly complemented by most oil based stains. Much of our stock is figured red oak veneer with its awesomely wild curly figure offered in flat cut and quartersawn types below.
Common Name:
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Northern Oak, Common Oak |
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Scientific Name:
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Quercus rubra | |
Family:
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Fagaceae | |
Color:
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Brown with hints of red or orange |
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Origin:
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Northern US and Canada |
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Hardness:
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Medium hardness (not as hard as White Oak) |
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Texture:
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Coarse texture with large, open pored grain | |
Finishing:
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Readily accepts stains and finishes | |
Did You Know: | A well kept oak tree can grow to over 95 foot tall and live for more than 300 years! |