Sawn Red Oak Veneer 4,5mm B

WoodWay Expert is a supplier and manufacturer of sawn veneer with over 30 years of experience. Since 1996, we have been providing European manufacturers of furniture, doors, and interior finishes with high-quality wood materials. We offer our partners:

• Supply of sawn veneer by the pallet and container;
• Consultation on material selection;
• Product quality control;
• Customized commercial offers that account for the scale and specifics of your requirements.

Red Oak Sawn Veneer: In-Stock Assortment

We have lumber with the following characteristics in stock at our warehouse:

Custom-Order Red Oak Sawn Veneer

We manufacture lumber to order with the following parameters:

• Thickness: 2-10 mm / 0.078-0.39″;
• Length: 0.5 – 3.5 m / 19.69-137.8″;
• Width: 10-21 cm / 3.94-8.27″

The minimum order is 1 pallet of a single grade.

Advantages of Sawn Oak Veneer

Sawn veneer, or lamella, is lumber obtained by sawing solid wood on specialized equipment. The thickness of a lamella is typically between 2 and 10 mm / 0.078-0.39″. Sawn veneer retains the grain, color, and texture of the wood.

The advantages of this material include:

1. Strength and Durability. Thanks to its sufficient thickness, the lamella can withstand mechanical stress and is suitable for various types of finishing.
2. Natural Aesthetics. Sawn veneer preserves the natural beauty of solid wood.
3. Eco-Friendliness. These thin sheets of wood are environmentally safe. Lumber is an effective way to utilize industrial wood.
4. Wide Application. Sawn veneer is used to create various woodworking products: from furniture facades and flooring planks to wall panels and doors.
5. Stability. The material is made from kiln-dried solid wood. The lamellas maintain a stable shape, suitable for use in residential and public spaces.
6. Ease of Processing. Sawn veneer is easily processed. The sheets can be cut, glued, polished, sanded, painted, stained, and varnished.

Grade B Sawn Oak Veneer

Grade B sawn veneer has a lower price compared to Grade A but retains all the main advantages of sawn veneer.

Features of Grade B lamella:

• Black knots up to 5 mm / 0.2″ in diameter are allowed on the surface. The number of knots is not strictly regulated, but there is a requirement for their placement. Knots must not be located close to each other or to the edges, so as not to reduce the strength of the lamella.
• Possible color variations, noticeable shifts in tone;
• Natural texture irregularities.

The material is used for projects where aesthetic requirements are not strict, or for products where these natural features are part of the design.

Manufacturing Process for Sawn Red Oak Lamella

The production of sawn veneer is a technological process that preserves the wood’s texture. The manufacturing of this lumber consists of the following stages:

1. Board Selection. Prime or first-grade boards are selected for lamella production.
2. Wood Drying. The selected boards are dried in special kilns. Kiln drying allows for solid wood with a stable joinery moisture content of 8-10%. Drying in adherence with the technology relieves internal stresses in the wood and prevents deformation of the lumber.
3. Calibrating Blanks. The next stage is calibrating the boards. The material is sized to fit the saw cassette.
4. Sawing. After jointing, the boards are loaded into a Wintersteiger machine and ripped into sheets of the specified thickness. Modern equipment ensures maximum sawing precision, minimizing raw material waste.
5. Sorting. The resulting lumber is inspected for compliance with size and quality standards. After being sorted by grade, the lamella is stacked into packs.

Sawn veneer is a premium surfacing material, with production focused on quality and the preservation of the wood’s properties.

Applications for Sawn Red Oak Lamella

Sawn veneer is a strong, durable, and easy-to-work-with lumber. Sheets of veneer are used in the creation of products such as:

• Engineered Flooring. Sawn veneer is used for the top layer of engineered flooring. The wood sheets make the multi-layered flooring aesthetic.
• Countertops. Lamella is used to finish countertops for desks and dining tables, bar tops, kitchen work surfaces, and retail counters.
• Furniture Facades. Surfacing with lamellas gives furniture a solid appearance. It is an optimal choice for cabinets, nightstands, display cases, and dressers. The material is resistant to temperature and moisture changes and is easily stained and varnished.
• Interior Stair Treads. Due to its high strength and wear resistance, sawn veneer is a popular material for cladding stairs. A thickness of 2-10 mm is sufficient to withstand the operational load in townhouses, country homes, hotels, and restaurants.
• Doors and Interior Partitions. Interior doors finished with sawn veneer are chosen for both residential and commercial spaces. Lamellas are used to decorate partitions, dividers, and screens. Non-structural constructions help zone spaces and often play an important role in the interior design of smart apartments, offices, and exhibition halls.
• Wall Panels. Wall panels with unique patterns are created from wooden lamellas. Sheets of veneer can be combined in various ways to achieve a uniform surface or a highly decorative canvas with different texture types.
• Household and Decorative Items. Artisans craft a variety of small household items from sawn veneer: boxes, organizers, light fixtures, mirror frames, figurines, napkin holders, eyeglass stands, key holders, clocks, etc.

Wood lamella is the basis for a diverse range of woodworking products. This high-quality surfacing material makes it possible to bring the most complex design concepts to life. Sawn veneer is used where not only the beauty of the wood is required, but also durability and resistance to mechanical stress.

Red Oak Wood: Key Parameters

Red Oak (Quercus rubra) is one of the most common hardwood species in North America. This variety is gaining popularity among European woodworkers due to its aesthetic qualities, versatility, and ease of processing. Unlike its European “cousin,” red oak has larger pores and a delicate pinkish undertone.

Technical Characteristics

• The average density of dry wood is 720-750 kg/m³. The solid wood is somewhat lighter than European oak but is still sufficiently dense and strong.
• Hardness according to the Janka scale is 1,220 lbf, and 3.8 according to Brinell.
• Red oak has good viscosity indicators (impact resistance) and moderate elasticity. These properties make the species suitable for flooring, furniture, and other products requiring wear resistance.

Texture, Grain, and Color

• Red oak fibers are usually straight. The medullary rays on radial cuts are less pronounced than in European oak. The pores are open, which is a key difference from white oak. This variety is not as moisture-resistant as white oak and requires additional protection.
• Sapwood color: from white to light brown. Heartwood palette: from light brown to pinkish-red. The warm hue enhances the wood’s decorative qualities, so the material is often used for furniture production and interior finishing.

Processing Characteristics

• Sharp tools are required to work with this hardwood. Overall, it processes quite easily, with no splitting issues. It sands smoothly without problems.
• Thanks to its open-pored texture, red oak absorbs stains well, which is why it is often used for toning. Before varnishing, it is recommended to use quality sealers or special pore fillers to close the pores and achieve a smooth surface.

FAQ: Questions and Answers

Sawn veneer from which species is available for order?

We have sawn veneer in stock from European Oak, Red Oak, Beech, Alder, Ash, Hornbeam, Elm, Cherry, Maple, Acacia, Pine, European Walnut, and Linden.

What is the minimum order?

The minimum order volume for sawn lamella is 1 pallet of a single grade.

What are the order delivery times?

Delivery times are affected by the supply volume and the destination. Estimated times are 4-8 weeks.

How is the sawn veneer packaged for transport?

Each pallet is hermetically sealed in film for safe transport by sea.

What moisture content is considered optimal for sawn veneer?

The lumber has a moisture content within the range of 8–10%.

What sizes of sawn veneer are available in stock?

We offer lumber with the following parameters:

• Thickness: 2.5 mm / 0.098″; 4.5 mm / 0.18″;
• Width: 10-21 cm / 3.94-8.27″;
• Length: 0.5-3.5 m / 19.69-137.8″.

Do you manufacture sawn lamella in other thicknesses?

Yes, we produce custom-order sawn veneer with thicknesses from 2 to 10 mm / 0.078-0.39″. The minimum order volume is 1 pallet of a single grade.

How should sawn veneer be stored properly?

Veneer should be stored in a dry, ventilated room with a stable temperature and humidity level.

What grades of sawn veneer are available?

Sawn lamella is available in the following grades:

• A. Practically free of knots, uniform texture and color.
• B. Allows knots up to 5 mm in diameter, color variations, and uneven texture.
• Rustic. Various types of knots, resin pockets, and noticeable color changes are present on the surface.

What is sawn veneer and how does it differ from other types of veneer?

Sawn veneer, or lamella, is lumber manufactured by sawing wood. The material retains the color and texture of the wood. Due to its significant thickness (2-10 mm), lamella is stronger and more durable than other types of veneer. The material is suitable for creating premium and wear-resistant furniture, doors, and other woodworking products.