Description
American Oak is an attractive, pale timber with a straight grain and pronounced growth rings. It takes a variety of stains and polishes to a high standard finish, which adds to its versatility. It is highly-prized for its hardness and glues and screws very well. It is often used in high value panelling. American Oak flooring exhibits a modern, clean look and perfectly complements contemporary home design. It is also a favourite among architects and designers for modern commercial fit-outs.
Botanical Name
Quercus alba
Origin of Timber
North America, Eastern Canada
BAL
Bushfire Attack Level 12.5 & 19
All AS 3959 Required Applications
Suitability
- Boating
- Cabinet Door
- Flooring & Staircase
- Furniture
- Joinery
Technical Information
| Tangential Shrinkage | 10.5% |
| Radial Shrinkage | >5% |
| Unit Movement | 12.6% |
| Density per Standard | 750 kg/m3 |
| Modulus of Rupture | 105 MPa |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 12 GPa |
| Maximum Crushing Strength | 51 MPa |
| Impact | N/A |
| Toughness | N/A |
| Hardness | 6 kN |