Unfinished oak furniture is one of the most popular types of unfinished furniture, along with unfinished pine furniture. Because oak is such a popular wood this isn’t too surprising. Oak has been used for centuries to make furniture and it is still widely used because of both the durability and looks of this ever popular wood.
There are two different types of oak commonly used to make unfinished oak furniture: white and red. Red oak can range from a creamy white to the more common pale brown with a red tint. White oak ranges in color from a light, nearly white to a brown; the biggest difference is that it doesn’t have that warm red tint. But the color of either white or red oak will vary depending on the exact species and growing conditions.
White oak is more dense making it a little more durable. It is also the better choice for
