Red Oak Rough-Sawn Lumber, Thickness 50 mm (8/4"), 1C

We offer wholesale lots of lumber: pallets and containers.

Partnering with WoodWay Expert means:

• a wide selection of lumber from our stock program;
• material selection for projects of varying complexity;
• quality control of lumber before shipment;
• stable deliveries.

Red Oak Wood: Main Characteristics

Northern, Canadian, or red oak (Quercus rubra) is a hardwood species known for its distinct grain pattern. Strong and durable, this wood is one of the most popular materials for furniture and interior finishing in the US market.

Technical Characteristics of Red Oak Lumber

• The average density of dry oak lumber is approximately 700-750 kg/m³. On the Janka scale, its hardness ranges from 1220 lbf, and on the Brinell scale, it is 3.7-3.9.
• Red oak wood has moderate viscosity and flexibility. Although this species is less pliable than white oak, it can still be bent after special treatment. The lumber can withstand significant impact loads.

Grain and Color of Red Oak Wood

• The sapwood is light, almost white, while the heartwood color varies from pinkish-brown to reddish-brown. Thanks to its warm tones, this species is often used for classic interiors. When exposed to light, the wood takes on richer shades.
• Red oak has a distinct texture, with a clear, coarse grain. The fibers are usually straight, but some logs may have wavy sections.

Processing Features

• Red oak wood is easy to saw, mill, plane, and drill. Thanks to its dense structure, it holds fasteners well.
• Red oak is easy to glue. To achieve the strongest possible bond, it’s recommended to use woodworking adhesives for hardwoods.
• Oak lumber takes well to lacquers, oils, and stains. Craftsmen can easily accentuate the natural grain or give the material the desired shade.

Features of Grade 2 Red Oak Lumber

Grade 2 lumber is a strong and stable wood product that has some visual characteristics compared to higher grades.

Key features of Grade 2 lumber:

• Dry, loose knots with a diameter of up to 5 mm are permitted. The number of knots per linear meter is not strictly regulated. However, they should not be located close to each other or to the edges of the board to avoid reducing the lumber’s strength.
• Surface cracks up to 100 mm (3.94″) long are allowed, as long as they do not affect the board’s structural integrity.
• Noticeable color differences between different sections are permitted.

What is Red Oak Lumber?

Lumber is a wood product with the bark and wane trimmed from its edges. High-quality logs are selected to make lumber. The raw material is sawed into boards, taking into account the direction of the fibers and the required thickness and length. The blanks then pass through machines that remove any remaining bark and create straight edges. The wood’s moisture content is brought to an optimal 8-12% in drying kilns. The dry boards are then sorted by grade, with color, grain structure, and the number and type of knots being evaluated.

How Kiln Drying Works

Our stock program includes kiln-dried lumber. Kiln drying is a high-tech and controlled process. Unlike natural drying, this method is significantly faster and guarantees stable and uniformly dried material with an optimal woodworking moisture content of 8-12%.

The main stages of wood drying in special kilns are:

1. Loading the lumber. The boards are stacked in special drying kilns. Gaps are left between the rows for free air circulation.
2. Preparation (Steaming). At the initial stage, the wood may be treated with steam. This procedure is primarily used for hardwoods, such as oak or beech. Steam treatment opens the pores and evens out the moisture content, reducing the risk of cracks and internal stresses.
3. Main drying. The kilns are equipped with a heating and ventilation system. The temperature and humidity inside the kiln are computer-controlled and change according to a set program, depending on the wood species, board thickness, and initial moisture level.
4. Control. Moisture meters and sensors constantly monitor the condition of the wood. Drying continues until the material reaches an optimal working moisture content of 8–12%.
5. Final conditioning and cooling. To relieve internal stresses, the dried lumber is treated with steam. The boards are then gradually cooled to a temperature close to the ambient temperature (approximately 35–45 °C) to prevent condensation.

Kiln-dried lumber is optimally suited for manufacturing furniture, doors, and other interior elements. Wood with a woodworking moisture content is stable, durable, and ready for further processing.

Advantages of Red Oak Lumber

1. Versatile applications. The material is suitable for both serial furniture production and individual artisan projects.
2. Stability. Thanks to kiln drying, the result is uniformly dried and stable solid boards, ready for further mechanical processing.
3. Reduced waste and economic benefits. The quality primary processing of the lumber reduces the amount of waste and increases the utilization rate of the raw material. This means you only pay for the useful volume of the material, which is especially important in mass production.
4. Optimized production processes. Wood products with pre-processed edges reduce cutting time and optimize production processes. The lumber is easy to plane, mill, sand, stain, lacquer, and paint.
5. Convenient logistics and storage. The uniform shape of the boards makes them easy to stack, saving warehouse space, simplifying transportation, and reducing logistics costs.

Uses of Red Oak Lumber

Lumber is one of the most popular wood products in the woodworking industry. Below are the areas where this natural material is actively used.

Furniture Manufacturing

Lumber is used to make the frames and fronts of closets, dressers, and cabinets, as well as tables, chairs, beds, ottomans, and benches. Wooden furniture can be stained to logically fit into various design projects.

Construction and Finishing

This wood product is used as both a structural and finishing material. The boards are used to create decks, flooring (parquet, parquet boards, and tongue-and-groove flooring), wall panels, non-load-bearing walls, and interior stairs.

Door and Window Manufacturing

Thanks to its stability and ease of processing, lumber is used to make interior doors, window frames, casings, and sills.

Artisan and Design Projects

For workshops that create unique products, lumber offers a wide range of possibilities. Woodworkers make custom exclusive furniture, interior panels, interior partitions, screens, and various interior decor.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

What species of lumber are available for order?

You can order boards from over 10 species. Hardwoods: European oak, red oak, ash, alder, European walnut, acacia, beech, hornbeam, elm, maple, and cherry. Softwoods: pine and spruce.

What is the minimum order?

The minimum order for lumber is one container.

What is the delivery time for an order?

Delivery times for wood products depend on the volume of the shipment and the destination. Estimated times are 4-8 weeks.

How are the boards packaged for transportation?

The lumber is hermetically sealed in film for safe sea transport.

What is lumber and how does it differ from live-edge wood?

Lumber has the bark and wane removed from its edges. Live-edge wood, in turn, retains its natural edge.

What is the optimal moisture content for woodworking lumber?

For woodworking, including furniture manufacturing, the moisture content of the boards should be in the range of 8–12%.

What sizes of lumber are available in stock?

We have wood products available with the following parameters:

• Thickness: 30 mm, 50 mm / 1.18″, 1.97″;
• Width: from 20 cm / from 7.87″;
• Length: 2.2-4.5 m / 86.61″-177.2″.

What is the correct way to store lumber?

Lumber should be stored in a dry, ventilated room with stable temperature and humidity levels.

Can lumber be used for exterior work?

Yes, hardwoods are used for exterior work. The wood must be treated with antiseptics and special protective coatings.

What grades of lumber are there?

Lumber is classified into three main grades:

• Grade 1: Practically no knots, with uniform texture and color.
• Grade 2: Allows knots up to 5 mm in diameter, minor surface cracks, and color variations.
• Grade 3: A large number of knots, surface and through cracks, and uneven coloring.

What is kiln drying and why is it important?

Kiln drying is a controlled process during which the material is dried to an optimal moisture content (8-12%) in special chambers. This drying method ensures the stability and longevity of the board.