White Oak

[Canadian Idle]

Hi guy's, has anyone ever used white oak (laminated together with its self) to build a r
iser? If so, how did it turn out? Thanx,...Lloyd

Oh ya, what glue would you use to laminate the pieces with......Lloyd

[KenH]

Yes, but it's not the prettiest, or best wood.  Epoxy.

[LittleBen]

White oak is plenty strong but I agree not the prettiest. Personally I think hickory looks better when we'll finished and it's also everywhere.

[Canadian Idle]

Is there any place to get some nice riser wood that is close to Michigan. Thanx

[LittleBen]

Can't help as I've never even been to Michigan. But if it comes down to it you could always order a riser block from someone.

Not sure if Troy D. breeding does riser blocks but I'd contact him. Also I believe Big Jim sells riser blocks to guys looking for really top stuff. Good luck.

[JamesV]

You could use your white oak as an accent with: Walnut or cherry and make a nice looking riser for cheap. Check out your local cabinet shops, they usually have scarp (short pieces) that will work great for laminating risers.

[takefive]

The Woodcraft store in my area has blocks of various hardwoods that would work for a riser.  Any Woodcraft stores near you?

[monterey]

Michigan should be awash in maple!

[LittleBen]

Originally posted by monterey:
Michigan should be awash in maple!

Now there's a thought!

What size block are you looking for?

[Canadian Idle]

I'm looken for a block 14.5" long, 2" wide and about 3" front to back. I'll keep looken...Thanx,...Lloyd