Mortise and Tenon Furniture Built in Arkansas
Saline River Workshop lists a mortise and tenon oak set. A 2005 test found wider tenons stronger and square mortises 15% stronger than round mortises.
Solid Wood Movement in Tabletops
A 36-inch white oak top can move nearly 3/4 inch between dry and humid rooms, per USDA Forest Products Laboratory data. Why it moves, and what to ask.
White Oak vs Red Oak for a Dining Table
White oak and red oak differ in pores, weight and shrinkage, per the USDA Forest Products Laboratory. What to ask your maker before you order a table.