European Oak is an exceedingly strong, heavy and durable timber. It has an attractive light colour with a prominent grain. It is resistant to fungal attack, thanks to its dense constitution and long-living nature. Oak is slow-growing, very dense with a tight grain. It has been harvested and used in a wide variety of applications from joinery, large construction timbers through to barrel making, bowls and small decorative household items.
European Oak Fact File
- Scientific Name: Quercus robur (European Oak)
- Density: 700-800 kg/m³
- Strength: High strength and hardness, excellent durability
- Durability: Very durable; naturally resistant to decay, suitable for outdoor use
- Workability: Fairly easy to work with, though can be challenging due to density; responds well to stain and finishes
- Appearance: Pale to medium brown with a distinctive, attractive grain that can be straight or wavy, often with a coarse texture
- Common Uses: Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, veneers, joinery, and outdoor structures
- Sustainability: Generally sourced from sustainably managed forests in Europe
European Oak Grain Detail
European Oak features a prominent, attractive grain that is often straight but can also display wavy patterns, giving it a unique character. It has a coarse texture with a warm, pale to medium brown color, making it a popular choice for high-quality furniture and flooring.
Our use of Oak glulam is predominantly for small scale house extensions where high quality is required. We usually use prime grade Oak boards for our glulam, meaning that although the material is a little more expensive, the finish and quality is guaranteed.
PLEASE NOTE: Oak glulam does not carry a CE strength certification grade as it is not included in the CE glulam standards. We recommend designing to GL24 grade for our Oak glulam beams. Oak is a natural material – it comes in a broad range of colours and tones. We cannot offer or guarantee uniformity throughout the wood, only the physical integrity of each component.
MORE ABOUT EUROPEAN OAK…
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