Likely oak, possibly White Oak; Red Oak is an alternative.
Quercus alba (likely); Quercus rubra is a plausible alternative. · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Both candidates are native to eastern North America; White Oak is widespread in the eastern and central United States.
- Hardness
- White Oak: about 1,360 lbf (Hard); Red Oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
- Durability
- White Oak is Durable, especially heartwood; Red Oak heartwood is slightly durable to non-durable. Species-level resistance cannot be confirmed visually here.
Got a wood sample like this?
Identify any wood from a photo, free.
Grain Pattern
Lengthwise grain is mostly straight with irregular darker streaks; the image does not clearly show end grain or enough surface to determine cut or figure.
Color & Appearance
Light tan to golden brown with darker brown streaks. Finish, sapwood/heartwood boundary, and aging effects are not reliably visible.
Hardness (Janka)
White Oak: about 1,360 lbf (Hard); Red Oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
Durability & Decay Resistance
White Oak is Durable, especially heartwood; Red Oak heartwood is slightly durable to non-durable. Species-level resistance cannot be confirmed visually here.
Value & Age
Roughly US$5–15 per board foot for common kiln-dried lumber; grade, dimensions, and location strongly affect price.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be estimated from this image; no clear patina, wear, or dated cut marks are visible.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, trim, joinery, and veneer; White Oak is also used in cooperage and boatbuilding.
Geographic Origin
Both candidates are native to eastern North America; White Oak is widespread in the eastern and central United States.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though grain irregularities may cause tearout. Pilot holes are advisable for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; test stain first, as oak's open pores can absorb color unevenly.
Notable Features
Oak typically has prominent rays and ring-porous end grain, but neither diagnostic feature is clearly shown.
