Sep 29, 2023 · Learn about the differences between red oak and white oak wood for woodworking. Find out which is better for flooring, cabinetry, and furniture.

Jan 30, 2008 · Red Oak is a very opened grain wood, so if you put a color on it, the grain darkens while the "new wood" takes the intended color. It actually finishes pretty evenly and there really is no fear …

Dec 18, 2020 · Red Oak generally takes stain well. Skip the conditioner; it works by limiting the amount of stain penetration which is the opposite you want. Stop sanding at 150 or even 120. The open grain …

Feb 20, 2008 · You don't have to cover an entire surface all at once--lap marks won't show. Personally, I think red oak looks best with an in-the-wood finish made with the oil varnish mix. No filling required. …

Dec 18, 2011 · Red and white oak are woods with a very prominant grain. Any dark stain will highlight the prominance, not hide it. There is no way to reduce the prominance except by painting. The way …

Jan 11, 2005 · Hello all, I bought about 100 board feet of red oak mostly in 6/4 for my current project. Out of all that lumber one piece is RED the rest of the […]

Mar 2, 2008 · Are you certain that the old wood is red oak? A "golden" color suggests white oak; red oak usually has some pink/red to it. If it is red oak, I think making the white oak match it (without …

Dec 8, 2009 · A red oak panel 300 mm (~12") wide made of tangentially sawn planks might vary in width by about 4 mm (~5/32") over a season. American red oak has shrinkage factors of 8.9% (tangential) …

May 11, 2021 · Red oak is often abused in the kiln, so if you use kiln-dried stock for steaming, inspect it carefully. White oak Generally fabulous for steam-bending. Some people report trouble with cracking, …

Jan 21, 2023 · The current cabinets are red oak and finished nicely. The goal is to paint the cabinets. I have seen this done in other kitchens and the result is that the grain telegraphs through the paint. I …