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Red Oak Lumber

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Red Oak is a popular hardwood in North America, valued for its strength, distinctive grain pattern, and versatility. The wood is commonly used in furniture making, flooring, and construction. Red Oak heartwood is a light to medium reddish-brown, the sapwood is nearly the same as the heartwood. It has a coarse texture and a prominent grain pattern, particularly noticeable in plain-sawn boards.

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Common Uses	•Furniture: Red Oak's strength and attractive grain make it a popular choice for crafting durable and stylish furniture pieces. •Flooring: Red Oak flooring is a classic option known for its resilience and ability to withstand heavy foot traffic. •Cabinetry: The wood's acceptable staining properties make it suitable for kitchen cabinets and other cabinetry. •Millwork: Red Oak is used for trim, molding, and other interior woodworking details.
Technical Details	•Common name(s): Red Oak •Botanical name: Quercus rubra •Country of origin: Eastern United States •Average dried weight: 3.67 lbs per board foot (705 kg/m3) •Janka hardness: 1220 lbf (5,430 N) •Physical properties: The heartwood is light to medium reddish-brown, and the sapwood is nearly the same as the heartwood. It has a coarse texture and a prominent grain. •Working properties: Red Oak machines well, nails, screws, and glues satisfactorily, and can be stained and polished to a good finish.
How to Order	Ordering from Craftsmen Hardwoods is simple and convenient. Start by filling out our online form or calling us directly to receive a quote.
Pick-Up and Delivery Options	Local Pick-Up: After placing your order, we invite you to visit our showroom in Drayton, Ontario. While your order is being prepared, enjoy a tour of our wide variety of woodworking products and relax with a warm beverage. Your order will be ready for pick-up at your convenience. Delivery Service: For customers within a 2-hour drive, we offer a delivery service that ensures your order arrives on time and in perfect condition. Every order is packaged to protect your materials during transit. Plywood comes with cover sheets, and lumber and sheet goods are secured with cardboard corners to prevent damage from metal banding.