solid wood -oak
1.Wood description:oakĄ¯s sapwood is nearly white and usually one to two inches
thick; the heartwood is brown with a tinge of red or pink.
2.Properties:oak is notably stiff and dense, have high shock resistance, and resist
wear. White oak is slightly harder than red oak, and also more durable.
3.Workability: oak has good resistance to splitting and excellent holding ability. Red
oak sands better than white;white oak has better machining qualities. Because of its
relatively high porosity and low concentration of tannin, red oak works better for
bleached furniture than white oak, which can turn green or brown when the surface
comes in contact with bleach or water-based finishes.
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