Branching Out: 5 Cool Facts About Oak Trees

Whether you're admiring a majestic oak in your backyard or enjoying a handcrafted piece of oak furniture, there's more to this timeless wood than meets the eye. From its role in history to its impressive versatility, oak wood is truly a natural marvel. In this blog, we'll explore some fascinating oak wood facts that will deepen your appreciation for this remarkable tree.

America's #1 choice

Oak wood continues to be the number one choice for solid wood furniture in America. Not only is it durable but it has a charming wood grain pattern.

500 Types of Oak Trees

There are more than 500 types of oak trees found globally, with North America home to the greatest variety—over 60 species grow in the United States alone.

Wine and Whiskey Barrels

Oak barrels are used to age beverages like red wine, brandy, Scotch, and Bourbon whiskey, imparting distinct aromas, colors, and flavors to each drink.

High Density

Oak wood has a higher density of 0.75 g per cubic centimeter, compared to pinewood’s 0.43 g per cubic centimeter. Known for its exceptional durability, toughness, and fungal resistance, oak is commonly used to craft high-quality furniture, including both interior and exterior doors.

Oldest Living Organism

Jurupa Oak clonal colony in California is touted to be world's oldest living organism at an age of nearly 13,000 years, belonging to Quercus Palmeri species, which re-sprouts from burned stems.