Red Oak
Quercus rubra · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,220 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable, with poor resistance to rot and insect attack.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a pronounced coarse, open-pore texture and prominent cathedral pattern.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is a pinkish to reddish brown, while sapwood is pale white to light brown. Darkens slightly to a warm amber with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1,220 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable, with poor resistance to rot and insect attack.
Value & Age
3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently milled lumber sample with fresh rough-sawn surface marks.
Common Uses
Used for furniture, flooring, cabinetry, interior trim, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Favorable workability; planes and glues well, but requires filler due to open pores.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains and polyurethane finishes well, though pore-filling is recommended for a smooth surface.
Notable Features
Exhibits large, visible open pores on the end grain and characteristic ray fleck on quarter-sawn surfaces.
