Oak lumber is one of the most attractive and durable woods available in the United States and for that reason we’d like to give you some tips about what to look for when buying oak lumber online at Rino’s Woodworking or at our showroom. If you’re ordering online you should verify that the wood meets your standards before it’s shipped, but in general we only sell lumber that is rated FAS 1 or 2 which are the highest ratings possible. If you are purchasing wood for interior finish work or a special woodworking project, it’s important to make sure you’re getting the best wood possible. (FAS Rating)

Before we start, the first thing you need to establish is what type of project you’re undertaking. Are you looking for a beautiful wood and mostly focused on a perfect appearance or are you more interested in structural strength. This will be a guiding factor in your decisions. (more…)

Oak is one of the most popular woods used in woodworking today – specifically for molding – and it’s used by craftsmen in everything from flooring to furniture and everything in between. In fact, over one third of all hardwood produced in the United States is oak. Oak wood has been an important part of man’s history and it has served every conceivable purpose from supporting peasant shacks to building and decorating castles, mansions, churches and even grand battleships. Oak has become a dominant part of our lives and the world around us – especially with decorative oak molding in homes and on fine furnishings.

There are actually about 295 kinds of oaks, but for woodworking there are two broad categories: red oak and white oak – and we stock both. When you’re considering this choice you should first compare the shades of each species. Oak wood can vary from a bright white to a dark brown so the choice you make can influence the look of the room greatly. Next, consider what you’re using the wood for because each wood has it’s own special characteristics. (more…)