Wood Floor Resource Group

Red Oak
Specie Names
Grown in: North America.
Lumber Name(s): Red Oak.
Description
As America's most popular flooring choice, our straight-grained Red Oak offers a much more formal look than the normal plain-sawn variety.
Color Range and Color Change
Color Change: Red Oak undergoes a medium degree of color change over time with a slight ambering of the pinkish tan brown color you get when freshly milled.
Color Range: Red Oak offers a medium range of color variability from lighter tan tones with pinkish highlights to darker browns.
Where to Use
Red Oak may be used both residentially and commercially wherever the classic look of American red oak is desired.
Special Characteristics and Issues
Allergic Reactions: Cases of contact dermatitis have been known to occur. Care should be taken when coming into contact with Red Oak saw dust.
Hardness Chart for Red Oak

Species Comparative Hardness (Janka Scale):
Red Oak (Indus. Std.)
 1260
Natural Bamboo
 1400
Brazilian Cherry
 2820
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