Specification

Hardwood Plywood Grading Guide 2015 columbiaforestproducts.com 11
Common names: Red Oak, Northern
Red Oak, Southern Red Oak; more
than 10 other names
Sources: North America
Characteristics: Sharp contrast be-
tween coarse early wood and smooth
late wood. Early wood vessels are
typically open and not occluded.
Heartwood color is light tan to pinkish
to reddish brown to dark tan or khaki.
Large rays produce pronounced ake
appearance across the grain when
the wood is quarter sliced. Rift cutting
minimizes the ake appearance.
Common cuts: Plain sliced, Quarter
sliced, Rift cut
Uses: Kitchen and bath cabinetry,
ne furniture, architectural millwork,
molding, ooring, architectural as wall
paneling, casework, ofce furniture.
Availability: Plentiful
Price: $-$$ depending on
specications
Red Oak
Plain Sliced A
Red Oak
Plain Sliced B
Red Oak
Plain Sliced Back 1
Red Oak
Rotary Whole Piece B
Red Oak
Rotary Whole Piece C
Red Oak
Rotary Back 1
Red Oak
Rotary Whole Piece A
RED OAK (Quercus rubra and related species)