| Title | अंग्रेज़ी बलूत की लकड़ी (English Oak Wood)Rare Aṅgrezī balūt kī lakaṛī English Oak Wood |
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| Description | Baloot Kee Lakadee (English Oak), known in Sanskrit as *Sthira-kaashtha* (durable wood), possesses a density of 0.6-0.9 g/cm³ and a modulus of elasticity between 12-15 GPa. Its traditional use in the Indian subcontinent, though less prevalent than indigenous hardwoods like teak (*Saagwaan*) or sal (*Shorea robusta*), is documented in colonial-era structures, particularly in regions with European influence. English Oak was employed in joinery, door construction, and window frames, often substituting for locally sourced *kaashtha* [1]. The wood's durability stems from its chemical composition, rich in tannins, providing resistance to fungal decay and insect infestation. Processing involved traditional methods like sawing (*kartana*) and planing (*chhilana*). Conservation efforts in heritage sites require careful consideration of moisture content (12-18%) and appropriate consolidation techniques to prevent further degradation. Sourcing during the British Raj often involved importing from European forests. Restoration necessitates matching the original wood grain and employing compatible adhesives [2], [3]. |
| Also Known As | English Oak Wood Aṅgrezī balūt kī lakaṛī English Oak Wood Oak Wood Quercus robur wood बलूत काष्ठ शाहबलूत काष्ठ ओक वृक्ष की लकड़ी சாம்பல் மரம் (Tamil - Sāmpal maram) ఓక్ చెక్క (Telugu - Ōk cekka) ಓಕ್ ಮರ (Kannada - Ōk mara) ഓക്ക് മരം (Malayalam - ōkk maraṁ) सिमल (Nepali - Simal) |
| Tags | English Oak Quercus robur Oak wood Hardwood Joinery England Construction material |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-384878526-20-11-25-BL |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/english-oak |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/english-oak |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Wood Hardwood Oak |
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| Regions | England Europe |
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| Sources | Forests of England European forests |
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| Properties | Density: 0.6-0.9 g/cm³ Modulus of elasticity: 12-15 GPa Moisture content: 12-18% |
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| Uses | Joinery Door construction Window frame construction Decorative carvings Furniture making Structural beams |
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| Materials | Varnish Oil Wood preservatives |
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| Categories | Mandir Joinery |
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| Notes |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir London | Secondary | Walls | 100% |