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Is Oak good for turning?
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Some of the best woods for turning include birch, ash, maple and walnut usually because they can turn quite well. Oak can be good for turning if you take time on the drying process, as oak will sometimes check or crack.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Turned Oak Lamps
Located in Hudson, NY
A nice pair of turned oak baluster-shaped lamps. The finish is in a clean clear light color and the
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Small Vintage Turned Oak Wood Budvase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Small vintage handmade turned Oak wood budvase.
Artist: Unknown
Year: 1970s
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Oak
Heavily Turned Oak Floor Standing Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Heavily turned oak floor standing lamp
This is an attractive piece in style of a Corinthian
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Floor Lamps
Materials
Oak
Handcrafted Turned Oak Yakisugi Bowl
Located in London, GB
Fine traditionally hand-crafted and turned Oak half Yakisugi platter - bowl. These are handmade to
Category
2010s English Modern Platters and Serveware
Materials
Oak
Handmade Turned Oak Table Lamp
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Handmade turned oak table lamp. Beautiful organic form. No maker's marks. This is a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
1940's Artisan Turned Oak Tripod Stool
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Artisan Hand Made Turned Oak Tripod Stool. Made in Belgium, 1940's period. Solid oak wood
Category
Vintage 1940s Belgian Folk Art Stools
Materials
Oak
