Our oak lexicon
Discover the fascinating world of oak! In our Oak Lexicon, we explain everything about the most well-known native wood species – from terminology to processing. This way, you'll learn to understand oak wood better and use it more effectively.
The content of our Oak Lexicon offers you:
- Terminology related to oak: Important terms from the timber industry and oak processing – clearly defined and easy to understand.
Properties and types of oak wood:
Learn everything about different oak species, their origin, differences, characteristics, and fields of application.
Processing and use:
Whether in furniture making, façade wood, or traditional techniques – our lexicon shows you how oak wood is professionally processed and utilized.
Images and tables:
Illustrative images and structured overviews help you better understand the content.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| White cloud discoloration | What is white cloud discoloration?White cloud discoloration is an undesirable phenomenon that can occur when drying wood, especially oak. It manifests itself as uneven, cloud-like light spots on the surface of the wood. This discoloration usually occurs when the wood is dried too quickly or unevenly, resulting in different moisture zones. The risk is particularly high when drying in closed kilns without prior air drying, as the wood cannot release moisture evenly. |
| Wood Density | What is Wood Density? The density of wood describes the ratio of its mass to its volume and is given in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³). It indicates how heavy a specific volume of wood is and plays a key role in assessing properties like strength, hardness, and insulation capacity. Wood density varies depending on the wood type and moisture content and is an important factor in selecting wood for specific applications such as construction or furniture. |
| Wood moisture | What is wood moisture?Wood behaves hygroscopically, i.e. it absorbs water from the surrounding air and releases it again. The water content in wood is referred to as wood moisture and is expressed as a percentage of the dry weight. This value has a considerable influence on the usability, durability and workability of wood. |
