Brown Oak BO01 — 880x145x22mm

Brown Oak (Quercus robur / Quercus petraea)

Brown Oak is European Oak transformed by nature — the rich, warm chocolate-brown tones are caused by the beef steak fungus (Fistulina hepatica), which colonises the heartwood of living Oak trees and produces a chemical reaction that stains the timber a deep, lustrous brown without compromising its structural integrity. The result is one of the most sought-after and visually striking of all British hardwoods — all the strength and character of Oak, with a depth of colour that is entirely unique.

No two pieces of Brown Oak are alike. The colour can range from warm golden-brown through to deep chocolate and near-black, often with subtle figuring and the characteristic ray fleck of Oak running through it. It finishes beautifully with oils and waxes, deepening and enriching with age.

Species Details

• Species: Quercus robur / Quercus petraea
• Common Name: Brown Oak / Beefsteak Oak
• Origin: UK / Europe
• Colour: Rich warm brown to deep chocolate, with Oak ray fleck figure
• Janka Hardness: ~1,120 lbf (~4,980 N)
• Density: ~720 kg/m³
• Durability: Very durable — Class 2
• Workability: Good — works well with hand and machine tools; finishes superbly with oils and waxes.

This Piece

• SKU: BO01
• Dimensions: 880 x 145 x 22mm
• Weight: 1.7kg
• Finish: Planed Faces
• Photos: Images show the actual piece you will receive

Ideal for fine furniture, turning, decorative panels, and any project where the exceptional colour and character of Brown Oak is called for.