{"title":"Red Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eClassic, strong, and beautifully grained, Red Oak is one of the most popular hardwoods for interior woodworking projects. We offer top-quality Red Oak lumber, plywood, and mouldings ideal for cabinetry, flooring, furniture, doors, and trim that call for a traditional yet timeless look. Red Oak features a distinctive open grain and a warm, reddish-tan hue that stains and finishes exceptionally well—perfect for showcasing the natural beauty of the wood. Known for its strength, workability, and durability, Red Oak is a favourite among woodworkers, builders, and DIYers alike. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in high-quality, hard-to-find wood species and provides expert, personalized service. Whether you're building custom furniture or updating interior details, Red Oak delivers reliable performance and classic appeal that never goes out of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"red-oak-cabinet-plywood","title":"Red Oak Cabinet Plywood","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Oak Cabinet Plywood brings the character of real red oak veneer to cabinet and furniture construction in an engineered panel format. Light tan with pinkish hue and pronounced open grain with a hardwood core, it provides the dimensional stability of engineered construction with the appearance of solid red oak. Standard 4 x 8 ft sheets, sanded both sides, cabinet-grade quality. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Red Oak face veneer -- light tan with pinkish hue and pronounced open grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood core for dimensional stability across humidity changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanded both sides (S2S) -- ready for finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most widely used cabinet plywood in North American residential construction. Prominent grain character, readily available, and accepts stain predictably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 4 x 8 ft sheets -- confirm current thicknesses at your local branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eFace Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eRed Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eCore Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eHardwood core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e4 x 8 ft (122cm x 244cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSanded both sides (S2S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCabinet-grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eThicknesses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- some thicknesses may be special order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Oak Cabinet Plywood is used for cabinet carcase boxes, face frames, drawer fronts, cabinet doors, furniture panels, built-ins, and wall panelling where a red oak face is the design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakes stain beautifully -- the open grain absorbs colour for a rich result. For painted cabinets, apply grain filler first to prevent pore texture telegraphing through paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrient grain direction consistently across all panels in a project for a unified appearance. Mark grain direction on the back of each sheet before cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut with the veneer face up using a fine-tooth blade (60T+) to minimize tearout on the show surface. Apply painter's tape over the cut line for the cleanest edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish works best on red oak plywood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTakes stain beautifully -- the open grain absorbs colour for a rich result. For painted cabinets, apply grain filler first to prevent pore texture telegraphing through paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this available in half sheets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHalf-sheet availability varies by branch. Contact your local Windsor Plywood to confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Windsor Plywood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50093154894122,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8622\/9546\/files\/redoak_1of1_fc96bc81-5bdb-42c2-b0bc-49153e7bd23c.jpg?v=1758224440"},{"product_id":"red-oak-wickham-cottage-collection-hardwood-flooring","title":"Red Oak Wickham Cottage Collection Hardwood Flooring","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wickham Cottage Collection in Red Oak is a solid hardwood floor made from 100% North American red oak, precision-milled for a tight, consistent fit. Red oak is the most widely installed hardwood floor species in Canada -- its warm pink-brown tones, prominent grain, and proven durability have made it the benchmark for residential hardwood flooring for generations. Wickham is a Canadian manufacturer known for quality milling and consistent grading. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% North American Red Oak -- the most popular hardwood flooring species in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hardwood construction -- can be sanded and refinished multiple times over its lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWickham Cottage Collection -- Canadian-manufactured with precision milling and consistent grading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm pink-brown base colour with prominent cathedral grain pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts all hardwood floor stains and finishes for custom colour matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eRed Oak (North American)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eSolid hardwood flooring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWickham (Canadian)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eWidths \/ Finishes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eConfirm available widths and finishes at your local branch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;width:40%;\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eIn-store -- confirm current stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstalled in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and main floor areas. Red oak hardwood is the most common residential flooring species in Canada and pairs with virtually any interior style from traditional to contemporary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimate flooring in the installation room for a minimum of 5-7 days before installation. Stack boards loosely with spacers to allow air circulation on all surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain indoor humidity between 35% and 55% year-round. Canadian winters with dry forced-air heating can drop below 30% -- use a humidifier to prevent excessive gapping and shrinkage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed oak accepts stain readily, but apply a wood conditioner first for even colour absorption. Test stain on a sample board or cutoff before committing to the full floor -- red oak's grain pattern affects stain uptake and the final colour can vary significantly from the can swatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Cottage Collection and other Wickham lines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cottage Collection is Wickham's value-grade line, offering the same species and milling precision at a more accessible price point. Confirm the specific grade characteristics and available widths with your local Windsor Plywood team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install solid hardwood in a basement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSolid hardwood is not recommended below grade (basements) due to moisture exposure. 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