Where are the main places of origin of oak?

Oak is a species of tree. Its heartwood ranges from yellowish-brown to reddish-brown, with distinct growth rings that are slightly wavy. It is widely used for decorative veneer material and for making wine barrels. So where is its place of origin? And what is the difference between it and rubberwood?

Where is oak's place of origin?

Oak is native to the Amazon River basin in South America, and its main places of origin are now in the tropical regions between 10 degrees south latitude and 15 degrees north latitude. After many years of production practice and scientific trials, our country currently has large-scale plantings in areas between 18-24 degrees north latitude.

What is the difference between oak and rubberwood?

1. Price

The price of oak is higher than that of rubberwood.

2. Hardness

Because oak has relatively high hardness, its drawback is that the wood is very difficult to dehydrate. If drying is not handled well, furniture made from it is prone to cracking, whereas rubberwood is not as prone to cracking.

3. Time to maturity

Rubber trees generally reach maturity in ten years, while oak requires more than 60 years.

4. Bending strength

Rubberwood has lower bending strength than oak, so rubberwood bends and deforms more easily than oak and is better suited to making highly malleable furniture with graceful curves, such as chairs. Rubberwood has a relatively high sugar content, so it needs to be steamed and boiled before drying, a step that oak does not require.

5. Grain

Oak has clear grain and a very delicate feel. It is especially suitable for cabinet fronts, tabletops, chair seats, and so on. Good grain in rubberwood is relatively rare; most of its wood has relatively coarse pores and develops black spots and black patches, making it more suitable for making sofas, cabinet linings, bed boards, and so on.