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Is oak a good wood for furniture?
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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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White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object
Elevate your interior decor with the White...
Category
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century.
In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria.
Today, it is the key element for whom sp...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Set of 6 Danish Henning Kjærnulf Razor Blade Chairs of Oak + New Sheepskin 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a set of 6 Danish vintage razor blade chairs in great country style.
They are designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Furni...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Vintage French Provincial Style “DuBarry” Dresser by Dixie
By Dixie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Oak, Brass Pulls
This vintage French Provincial “DuBarry” dresser by Dixie, crafted in the 1960s, showcases the elegance and craftsm...
Category
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Brass
Antique and Quality Hand Carved Solid Oak Neo-Renaissance Wall Bracket or Shelf
Located in Lisse, NL
19th Century Neo-Renaissance oak wall bracket with veneered curved panel.
Wonderful and perfectly hand-carved, this all handcrafted Neo-Renaissance wall bracket has the most strikin...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Wall Brackets
Materials
Metal
Danish Easy with Carved Oak Base and Armrests attributed to Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super cool brutalist style Lounge chair in carved white oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf made around 1970. Very typical of Kjærnulf.'s designs as he was known for combining the mid...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
