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White Oak Wood Flooring — Quarter-sawn
Grade: #1 Common
#1 Common Quarter-sawn White Oak flooring is used in high-end floors.
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#1 Common Quarter-sawn White Oak Flooring Dimension Specifications:
#1 Common grade Quarter Sawn White Oak will have longer lengths in comparison to lower grades. This type of flooring can be found pre-milled in 7-foot bundles, or a long plank can be custom-made to order, where the lengths and widths are made specifically to each project’s specifications. The longest lengths can be from 10 to 14 feet, and the widths can be from 2¼″ up to 12″ or more. Moisture content is between 6% and 8% for quick acclimation. #1 Common Quarter Sawn White Oak is only found unfinished, but prefinished solid or engineered with a veneer top layer can be custom-made.
Flooring Availability:
#1 Common Quarter Sawn White Oak flooring is readily available. Custom orders usually demand 2–3 weeks for production, depending on lumber availability. Pre-milled standard 7-foot bundles are usually a stock item.
Finished Floor Appearance:
#1 Common grade Quarter Sawn White Oak will have an even grayish-tan appearance. This grade will have dime-sized knots, mineral streaks, and some color variation. White Oak is not sensitive to sunlight and will not darken significantly with an oil-based finish. Water-based finishes will have a pale appearance in comparison to oil finishes.
Flooring Durability and Stability:
#1 Common Quarter Sawn White Oak is very durable and resists denting and traffic wear much better than pine. The wood is very stable because of its vertical grain.
Workability of #1 Common Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring:
Although a hardwood, #1 Common Quartered White Oak flooring works with little difficulty with both hand and power tools. When installing the flooring, it is best to use a manual nailer, but staples and pneumatic nailers work well. Installation is quicker with higher-grade flooring because the lengths of the boards are typically longer. The wood holds screws well, and it glues, stains, and polishes to a very attractive finish. It is relatively easy to sand with flooring equipment, but professional sanding and finishing is recommended.
Principal Uses of #1 Common Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring:
Because of its price, #1 Common Quartered White Oak flooring is used in medium- and high-end residential applications for a dramatically elegant floor. It is also used for color-contrasting borders and medallions.
