Red Oak, Quartercut
Red Oak, Quartercut (Quercus Rubra)
Common Names: Red Oak
Distribution: Northeastern United States and Southeastern Canada
Color/Appearance: Heartwood is a light to medium brown, commonly with a reddish cast. Nearly white to light brown sapwood is not always sharply demarcated from the heartwood
Janka Hardness: 1,220 lbf
Density: 3.6 lb./b.f.
Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Most common reactions simply include eye and skin irritation, as well as asthma-like symptoms.
Sustainability: CITES: no, IUCN: no
Common Uses: Cabinetry, furniture, interior trim, flooring and veneer.
