Trade Name : nBrown Oak, English Brown Oak, Pollard Oak n nOrigin : nEurope, mostly in England but also found frequently in France. n nUses : nOnly in architectural woodwork, especially in the USA and Great Britain. n nProperties : nQuarter-sliced or rift cut to obtain the flake effect. n nJointing : nGlue joints are durable. Screw and nail joints hold well but can cause staining in the wood under the influence of moisture