I plan on constructing outdoor folding chairs and have a good supply of red oak. Will that be a good choice for a complex outdoor project if it is properly finished and sealed?
Edited 10/17/2007 4:25 pm ET by applevalley
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Edited 10/17/2007 4:25 pm ET by applevalley
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My choice would be white oak over red. Red is ok if it will be in sheltered areas but will not hold up in the long run if totally outside. I might suggest a Fine Woodworking article at the following link. It also has much information on finishes. http://books.google.com/books?id=NobExZ3ccA4C&pg=PA47&lpg=PA47&dq=good+woods+for+outdoor+use&source=web&ots=mknzVc6zAD&sig=eXU5VVs5G_6LnCBIhrUDj_ZO5FY#PPA8,M1
With best regards,
Ernie Conover
I appreciate your comments....thank you....AppleValley
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