Oak pegs for timber framing (octagonal or round)

Oak pegs for timber framing: traditional joints, made with precision

In woodworking, jointing is as critical as it is technical. To ensure strength, good looks and longevity, many professionals rely on proven methods such as solid wood pegs. Made from French oak, the pegs produced by Scierie VUITTON are suited to traditional timber framing, fine joinery and high-end furniture.

What are wooden pegs used for?

Pegs are mechanical jointing components, driven into holes previously drilled through two pieces of timber. They play a dual role:

• Structural: they increase the mechanical strength of the joint
• Aesthetic: they blend seamlessly with the look of the timber

Used for centuries in timber construction, pegs are still valued for their reliability today, particularly in:

• Traditional timber framing (pegged mortice and tenon joints)
• Interior joinery
• Rustic or contemporary furniture making
• Restoration of heritage buildings

Why choose solid oak pegs?

Oak is one of the best-suited species for making pegs:

• Dense and strong (approx. 700–750 kg/m³)
• Naturally durable
• Dimensionally stable once dried
• Excellent grip in the joint, even without glue

Oak pegs can therefore withstand significant mechanical loads while blending visually into the finished work.

Sizes to suit every need

At Scierie VUITTON, we offer two peg profiles:

• Round: Ø16 mm, Ø20 mm, Ø25 mm – ideal for standard drilled holes; in joinery and furniture making, they are also known as oak dowels
• Octagonal: 20x20 mm and 25x25 mm sections – highly valued in timber framing for optimum hold

Available lengths:

• Standard: 100 mm
• Made to measure: to your specific requirements, on request

Shape, size and finish can be adjusted to the millimetre to suit the end use.

Controlled manufacturing and drying

Our pegs are:

• Carefully made from French oak
• Precision-machined for easy insertion and an excellent fit
• Selected according to the grain to limit the risk of breakage
• Dried gradually to an optimal moisture content (around 10–12%), preventing splits and internal stresses

We also offer two finishes:

• Smooth surface: ideal for glued joints
• Fluted surface: for better grip through friction

Flexible, responsive packaging

We adapt our packaging to the way you work:

• In calibrated batches (by size)
• In bulk, for large quantities

Our aim is to meet your storage, workshop and site constraints efficiently.

Why choose Scierie VUITTON for your wooden pegs?

✔ 100% French timber, traceable and from sustainably managed forests
✔ Expertise since 1973, serving wood professionals
✔ Custom manufacturing: to your sizes, finishes and volumes
✔ Fast shipping throughout France and internationally
✔ Personal support for your projects

Contact us for your orders

Whether you are a timber framer, joiner or furniture maker, our oak pegs give you a strong, attractive and long-lasting joint. Contact us today for a tailored quote or to discuss your specific needs.

👉 Scierie VUITTON: partner to woodworking craftspeople and manufacturers.