Red Oak – 4/4 or 8/4 Red Oak is a domestic wood from North AmericaA classic distinctive grain pattern in a strong and durable wood. Red oak is not a bad choice for a beginner woodworker who needs a nice wood that’s tough enough for furniture, yet not too heavy or hard to work with basic tools. Weight:3.58lbs /bdft Hardness:1290Janka Rating Density:0.64Specific Gravity