Raw solid oak plank: why buy in a sawmill?

La raw solid oak plank is a material of choice for carpentry, cabinetry, furniture or construction projects. Robust, aesthetic and durable, the quercus is a noble essence that has been prized for centuries for its technical qualities and its visual rendering. But where can you buy quality raw solid oak plank? Why choose a local sawmill? What criteria influence the price? La VUITTON Sawmill enlightens you.

What is a raw solid oak plank?

One raw oak plank is a piece of wood sawn directly from the log (trunk), without surface treatment or planing. It often preserves natural irregularities, traces of sawing, and is not yet calibrated in perfect thickness. It is a raw sawmill product, appreciated for its flexibility of use: it can be planed, edged, dried and machined according to needs.

👉 At the VUITTON Sawmill, these boards come from French oak trees, from sustainably managed forests (PEFC/FSC certifications available on request).

The advantages of a raw solid oak plank

✅ Solid and durable wood

Oak is naturally dense (700 to 900 kg/m³), stable and resistant to insects and fungi (natural durability class 2 to 3 depending on treatment). It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor uses.

✅ A noble material for your projects

Its pronounced grain, its warm color (varying from light blond to golden brown), and its straight grain make it a very sought-after wood for:

• High-end furniture
• Stairs and parquet floors
• Worktops, table tops
• Custom layouts

✅ Customizable at will

Raw, the board can be transformed according to your use:

• Planing and sizing
• Drying (natural or artificial 10-12%)
• Choice of quality (knotless, rustic, flamed...)

Why buy in a sawmill?

Buy your boards in local sawmill, as with us at La Scierie VUITTON, has a number of advantages:

• Full traceability : we select the logs ourselves
• Controlled drying : passage through the wiper, then drying cells if necessary
• Qualities sorted : QS1 to QS3/4 pads available according to your needs
• Human advice : we help you choose the fuel, the thickness, the right cut
• Custom dimensions : some boards can reach up to 5 meters

What dimensions and formats are available?

Les raw solid oak planks come from our oak blocks :

Type of product Available thicknesses Lengths qualities Oak studs 18 to 100 mm 3 to 5 mQS 1, QS2, QS 3/4 V Oak veneers 27 mm According to specifications QF1A, QF1B/2, QF2/3...

We also offer debits on the list, for your particular projects (furniture, frame, stairs...).

What is the price of a raw solid oak plank?

The rate depends on several criteria:

• Thickness and length
• Quality wood (with or without knots)
• Drying : green wood, air-dried, or artificially dried
• Volume ordered

💡 On average, A raw oak plank may vary from 750 to 1,100 €/m³ HT. For an exact price according to your needs, we advise you to ask for a quote.

👉 Request a quote here

In summary

• The raw solid oak is an essential essence for all development projects or furniture creation.
• The sawmill guarantees you a product authentic, local and traceable.
• To buy your raw oak plank at best quality-price ratio, turn to a specialized sawmill like VUITTON Sawmill.