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Is oak a good wood for furniture?

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Is oak a good wood for furniture?
Yes, oak wood is good for furniture. Due to its density, oak furniture is sturdy and can stand the test of time. The wood is also fairly resistant to rot, mold and mildew, especially when given a protective finish. As a result, it can even be used to make outdoor furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
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English Regency Period Mahogany 4 Drawer Tall Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English Regency period mahogany 4 drawer tall chest, the molded top above a false dressing slide over 4 cockbeaded drawers, the top drawer being the largest. The chest is supporte...
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Antique 1820s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Oak Extra Large Credenza or Sideboard, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare extra large credenza or sideboard. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak base with two original solid macassar ebony handles on both doors. This ...
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Welsh Bread & Cheese Cupboard / Cwpwrdd Bara Caws
Located in Newark, GB
This beautiful early 19th century oak food cupboard has the traditional decorative fretwork panels in the upper section allowing ventilation into the storage area, which has two shel...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Welsh Country Cupboards

Materials

Oak, Pine

Light and Dwell Louis Wave Scalloped Side Table with Shelf
Located in New York, NY
Light and Dwell Louis Wave Scalloped Side Table. A piece that captivates with its organic profile, wavy edge, and timeless charm. With handcrafted rounded oak legs, the Louis Side ...
Category

2010s American Side Tables

Materials

Oak

RARE Antique Victorian Revival Oak Hall Tree
Located in Oakwood, GA
RARE Antique Victorian Revival Hall Tree, Oak, 88"H Very unusual Mid – late 19th Century Victorian Revival with Renaissance and Rococo elements Solid Oak Side and top have Reeded spi...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Glass, Wood, Oak

Oversize 10 Drawer Oak Flat File Map Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Solid oak early 20th Century flat file map cabinet with the original brass hardware. Oversize. Solid brass hardware. Good condition with surface wear from age and some very mild warp...
Category

Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Oak

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