Description
Silky Oak – Elegant, Light-Toned Hardwood
Overview
Silky Oak is a distinctive Australian hardwood prized for its light pink to warm yellow tones and coarse, waxy grain. In rough sawn form, it is presented exactly as cut from the log, offering maximum material for custom sizing and shaping. Often, Silky Oak displays striking natural figure and attractive knots, giving each piece a unique character.
Colour and Grain
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Colour Range: Pale pink through to golden yellow, sometimes with subtle reddish highlights.
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Grain: Coarse and open, with a silky texture when finished — the feature grain can produce beautiful shimmering patterns.
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Figure: Frequently shows decorative rays, flecks, and knots for added visual interest.
Workability and Uses
Silky Oak is a versatile wood that is easy to work with and finishes beautifully. Its distinctive appearance makes it a favourite for both decorative and functional projects, including:
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Fine furniture and cabinetry
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Woodturning projects
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Veneers and panel work
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Musical instruments
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Small specialty or gift items
Sizes and Availability
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Available in multiple thicknesses and lengths; DAR (Dressed All Round) also available on request.
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As a natural product, grain, figure, and colour will vary from piece to piece.
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For large orders, please enquire to confirm availability.
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Choose stock slightly larger than your final requirements — it’s easy to trim excess but impossible to add more later.
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For oversized projects, multiple blanks can be laminated to achieve desired dimensions.
Sustainability and Quality
Our Silky Oak is sustainably sourced and kiln-dried to Australian Quality Standards, ensuring stability and performance over time.
For All Woodworkers
Hand-selected for quality, colour, and figure, Silky Oak suits beginners and experienced craftspeople alike. Now available to order online.
Need assistance? Email us at sales@trendtimbers.com.au or reach out to our friendly team for personalised advice.
TREND TIMBERS has many more beautiful species and wonders of nature. In wood turning blanks, carving wood blanks and more available in store. We encourage all to visit our showroom in Mulgrave NSW.
If you are a lover of timber, this is the best place to see it!
Remember it is always better to try something new and not succeed right away than never try at all, the result comes down to you!!
Happy woodworking fellow wood enthusiasts. If you ever come past our showroom, we love to see where our timber ends up.
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: info@trendtimbers.com.au
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