Red Oak
Quercus rubra · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1220 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Slightly Durable to Non-durable (susceptible to insect attack and rot if exposed to moisture)
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a distinct cathedral pattern on the flat-sawn faces and prominent growth rings visible on the end grain.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is a pinkish to reddish brown; sapwood is a paler white to light brown. Exhibits moderate natural luster.
Hardness (Janka)
1220 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable to Non-durable (susceptible to insect attack and rot if exposed to moisture)
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Modern lumber, freshly cut or milled within the last few months, indicated by bright raw end grain and lack of significant surface oxidation/patina.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on the CITES appendices or IUCN Red List of Threatened Species; widely abundant and sustainably harvested in North America.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, interior trim, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. Glues, stains, and finishes well, though open pores may require grain filler for a perfectly smooth finish.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, varnishes, lacquers, and polyurethane exceptionally well. Paste wax or oil finishes also provide good results.
Notable Features
Open-pored end grain visible to the naked eye, high porosity, and strong distinct growth ring boundaries characteristic of ring-porous hardwoods.
Notes
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