Red Oak
Red oak (Quercus rubra) is the most prevalent species used in wood flooring in North America. This wood is characterized by a distinctive, textured grain and clearly visible growth rings. Tones range from pinkish beige to reddish brown. Red oak changes color moderately over time, becoming slightly amber tinged. This wood has a hardness rating of 1 290 in the Janka test.
Grades
PREMIUM - The lightly contrasting appearance of this grade includes a selection of natural tones of the species that blend together harmoniously. Slight to moderate contrasts among boards.
CLASSIC - The contrasting appearance of this grade is the result of a mixture of all the natural shades of the species dominated by full-bodied tones. Moderate to pronounced variations among boards.
Gloss level available
- Semi-gloss and satin
Widths and Thickness available
- Width: 3 ¼'' & 4 ½''
- Thickness: ½''
Installation
- Glued to concrete, nailed or stapled to wood or floated.
- Can be installed on, above and below grade, as well a over an acoustical membrane in a condominium.
- Read detailed installation instructions for engineered wood floors.
- Also available in the traditional ¾'' solid wood flooring. visit the "solid" section for more details.
Mercier GENERATIONS finish and warranty
Prefinished wood flooring, factory finished with the Mercier GENERATIONS finish:
- The most durable
- Scratch resistant
- Transparent
- Non-yellowing screen coating
- Antimicrobial additive
- Easy to maintain
- 35 years warranty
