It has tones ranging from light brown to dark brown. The heartwood contains a high tannin content, providing natural resistance to decay and insects, and its closed cell structure (tyloses) offers superior water resistance. This makes it an optimal choice for wood flooring due to its high stability.
Red Oak wood (Red Oak), scientifically named *Quercus rubur*, is the most common hardwood in North America, known for its warm tones and extremely high compressive strength.