DAR means Dressed All Round timber, smooth and machined on all sides, ready for use in woodworking, joinery, and construction projects.
Please note: Images are an indication of the species only, not dimensions. 

Also, our boards come to us rough sawn. We mill to meet your needs, please allow a day or two for milling.

American Oak Timber – Classic North American Hardwood for Furniture & Joinery

Overview

American Oak is renowned worldwide for its balance of strength, elegance, and workability. Sourced from sustainably managed forests across North America, this hardwood has long been favoured by craftsmen, furniture makers, and joiners for premium furniture, cabinetry, and architectural detailing. Its timeless appeal and enduring durability make American Oak a staple for both traditional and contemporary designs.

Colour and Appearance

American Oak ranges in colour from pale straw and light golden hues to warm honey browns, occasionally with subtle pink or reddish tones. The open, coarse grain is typically straight, but often displays striking growth rings or medullary rays, especially when quarter-sawn. Natural variations and distinctive figure add unique character to every piece, creating a sense of warmth and understated luxury in finished furniture and interiors.

Properties and Performance

American Oak is a hard, heavy wood (density approx. 730 kg/m³) with medium bending and crushing strength, and good overall durability for indoor use. It is easy to machine, nail, glue, and screw, responding well to clear finishes, stains, and polishes. The timber is available in wide boards and thick sections, enabling bold design choices for tables, cabinetry, and feature joinery. Although not recommended for external use without special treatment, American Oak is dimensionally stable in dry environments and maintains its shape in detailed applications.

Perfect Applications

Designers and woodworkers choose American Oak for:

• High-quality furniture – dining tables, chairs, beds, and cabinets

• Cabinetry, shelving, and interior joinery

• Wall panelling, feature walls, and architectural highlights

• Stair treads, newels, and balustrades

• Bench tops, doors, and detailed trim

• Turned objects and custom timberware

Its versatility and natural beauty make American Oak the timber of choice for timeless, statement pieces across home and commercial interiors.

Working Characteristics

American Oak is highly workable with hand and machine tools. It sands, planes, and turns smoothly, taking stains and finishes beautifully for both natural and coloured effects. Pre-drilling for screws and nails is recommended to avoid splitting, especially in thicker sections. The timber glues and joints well, accepting all common bonding and finishing systems. Wide boards make it ideal for large-scale furniture, while its stability suits precision joinery and fine detail work.

Quality You Can Trust

Hand-selected for quality and reliability, our timber offers excellent value for your woodworking projects. Now available for online ordering.

If you require any further information regarding this species, sizing, availability or more, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly and our staff will be happy to help.

Contact:
Drop by our showroom at 15 Railway Road North, Mulgrave, NSW, 2756 today.
Please inquire further for more information regarding supply, sizing and pricing via our contact email: sales@trendtimbers.com.au
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