Oak (Red)

Common Name(s): Red oakGrowing Region: Northeastern United States and Southeastern CanadaTree Size: 80-115 ft tall, 3-6 ft trunk diameterAverage Board Foot Weight(Dry):Janka Hardness: 1,220 lbfColor/Appearance: Heartwood is a light to medium brown, commonly with a reddish cast. Color alone isn’t always a reliable method of determining the type of Oak.Grain/Texture: Grain is straight, with a coarse, uneven texture. The pores are so large and open(straw like).