Red oak is considered a symbol of strength. It is renowned for its durability and decorative appearance. Its density and hardness will retain its beauty through many years of hard use and wear.
Red oak’s stiffness and density make it one of the most popular types of flooring not only in residential settings, but is also commonly used in health clubs, basketball courts, badminton courts and other similar sports facilities.
Most people recognize red oak by its reddish golden patina. The heartwood and sapwood are similar, with sapwood being a bit lighter in color. Red oak is a very traditional wood with a consistent, straight grain and course texture.
Red oak can be found to have black knots and will undergo a slight ambering, color change with the passage of time.