Laurel Oak

Specs

Common Names

Laurel Oak

Scientific Name

Quercus laurifolia

Origin

Southeastern United States

Appearance

Has a light to medium reddish-brown color, though there can be a fair amount of variation in color. Conversely, White Oak tends to be slightly more olive-colored, but is by no means a reliable method of determining the type of oak. Has medium-to-large pores and a fairly coarse grain.

Avg. Dried Weight

46 lbs/ft3 (740 kg/m3)

Janka Hardness

1210 lbf

Modulus of Rupture

14,330 lbf/in2 (98.8 MPa)

Elastic Modulus

1,793,000 lbf/in2 (12.37 GPa)

Crushing Strength

6,980 lbf/in2 (48.1 MPa)

Shrinkage

Radial: 4.0%, Tangential: 9.9%, Volumetric: 19.0%, T/R Ratio: 2.5

Durability

Red oaks such as Laurel Oak do not have the level of decay and rot resistance that White Oaks possess. Durability should be considered minimal.

Workability

Easy to glue, and takes stain and finishes very well.