(Quercus spp)
1. Origin United Kingdom. Europe. Asia Minor.
2. Description: Light tan to Biscuit coloured. Usually straight grained.
Silver grain figure is characteristic of quarter cut surfaces.
Some areas produce harder tougher. Oaks than others.
Weight
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(kg / m3 ) 670 kg/m3
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(lbs / ft3) 42 lbs /ft3
3. Uses Timber lends itself naturally to cooperage uses ( for cognac,
wine and beers) European and Slovenian Oak is best for
boat building, dock and harbour work.
4. Working
Properties ( various authorities comments)
* Good steam bending qualities.
* Works well, glues well but cutters should be at 20
degrees on quartered stock.
* There is a moderate to severe blunting effect on
quartered stock.
Specifications / Sizes generally stocked:
Thickness: on application.
Widths on application.
Lengths on application
Back ( Density of timber )
Back ( Office Display)
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