European oak is known for its characteristic flame pattern, warm yellowish-brown to dark brown color, and unique structure with recognizable “mirrors” when quarter-sawn. In addition to aesthetic class, oak wood offers excellent mechanical properties: it is hard, durable, and highly workable.
To accommodate the natural movement of solid oak, we focus heavily on finger-jointed and laminated oak. This allows you to benefit from the authentic oak look combined with maximum technical stability.
| Name | European Oak |
|---|---|
| Growth area | Europe |
| Botanical name | Quercus robur L. (= Quercus pedunculata), Quercus petraea (Matt.) Liebl. (= Quercus sessiliflora) |
| Usage class | 1-4 |
| Durability class | Heartwood class 2-4 |
| Strength class | D18, D24 and D30 |
| Artificially dried | 18-20% |
| Voluminous mass | (500-)710(-970) kg/m3 at 12% moisture content; fresh wood 900-1200 kg/m3 (moisture content approximately 65%) |
| Finishing | Excellent for oiling, varnishing, or staining |
European Oak gives interior door frames a luxurious, timeless, and solid appearance. By using a laminated construction, the frame wood does not warp or bend, ensuring a perfectly fitting finish in both modern and classic interiors. This is available in finger-jointed and laminated variants, as well as with the continuous lamella form.
Solid oak can expand and contract under the influence of moisture and temperature. Our laminated and finger-jointed oak profiles offer the ideal solution:
For stairs, oak has been the absolute standard for decades. It is extremely wear-resistant, able to withstand heavy loads, and feels warm to the touch. We supply laminated oak for, among others:
The application possibilities of oak are virtually endless. This sustainable wood can be used in almost every industry, view the options below.
Use the versatility of European Oak for your project! Contact us now and discover the possibilities.
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