General description: Varies in color from pale yellow-brown to biscuit with a pinkish tint, similar to
European Oak. Straight grain, with the characteristic silver grain on quartered material.

Working Properties: Vary according to rate of growth. Slow growth oak being much easier to work with hand and machine tools. Nails and screws well, although pre-drilling is advised; its gluing properties are variable; stains and polishes to a good finish.

Uses: Widely used for furniture and cabinetmaking, interior joinery, flooring, pews and pulpits, ladder
rungs, tight cooperage and coffins.