Stave wood
Split oak wood used in cooperage. The wood is split rather than sawn, otherwise the barrel would not be watertight (only American oak can be sawn for barrel making). The staves dry in the open air for 2 years before they can be used.
Split oak wood used in cooperage. The wood is split rather than sawn, otherwise the barrel would not be watertight (only American oak can be sawn for barrel making). The staves dry in the open air for 2 years before they can be used.