About Red Oak

Red Oak is a timeless, American classic used in furniture, flooring, cabinetry, joinery and architectural millwork. Hard, strong, and moderately priced, Red Oak presents an exceptional value to woodworkers. Large open pores produce distinctive grain.

• Common Names: Red Oak, Northern Red Oak, Gray Oak, American Red Oak, Quercus rubra.
• Origin: Midwest and eastern United States.
• Color: Light to medium brown, commonly with a reddish tinge.
• Janka Hardness: 1290 lbs/ft.
• Avg. Weight: 5.3 lbs/bdft.
• General Workability: Moderate hardness. Cuts well, glues, stains, and finishes well. The course grain may cause trouble when laser cutting and delicate pieces are more prone to breaking.

Project Ready? These thin wood sheets (previously called "Scroll Saw Ready" hardwoods) are perfect for scroll sawing, laser cutting and engraving, thick veneers, and much more. Our Project Ready Red Oak boards are kiln dried and surfaced and sanded to 150 grit on two sides.

Sizes are exact. | This is all solid Red Oak hardwood, not plywood, and is not glued. | 100% satisfaction guaranteed.