Red Oak Borado

Red Oak: This species delivers the classic hardwood look prevalent in turn of the century homes. Different types of interesting grain patterns such as cathedral peaks and linear grain are showcased by the alternating open and closed graining of the wood. Red Oak’s heartwood is prized for its predominantly golden and reddish tones, whereas the sapwood will generally be composed of lighter colored boards or boards of a different hue.
Janka Hardness Scale rating: 1,290