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Is Oak good for turning?

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Is Oak good for turning?
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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Custom Octagonal Walnut and Oak Inlay Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Custom octagonal walnut and oak inlay mirror. The mirror listed is currently available.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Studio Slat Bench by Michael Rozell USA 2020 in Walnut and White Oak Inlays
By Micheal Rozell
Located in Berlin, DE
Studio Slat bench by Michael Rozell USA 2020 in walnut and white oak inlays.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Oak, Walnut

French Solid Oak & Inlay Coffer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A long and narrow French solid oak and inlay paneled coffer. The facade has geometric inlay designs
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Steel

Large Coffee Table with Dovetail Inlay by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern cocktail table with walnut and oak inlay. Designed by Lane for the Acclaim
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Luciano Frigerio Square Dining Table
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful dining table, salon table with elegant oak inlays and four beautifully crafted legs. A
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Petali Dining Table with Dover White Marble Top
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
showcasing splendid natural veins, adorned with matte stained oak inlays. The robust pillar leg is made of
Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

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