White Oak (or similar broadleaf hardwood log)
Quercus alba · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and Central North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Durable
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Grain Pattern
Rough exterior bark showing deep longitudinal fissures and ridges; interior grain pattern cannot be precisely evaluated from the bark alone but typically features straight to irregular growth rings.
Color & Appearance
Dark grayish-brown weathered outer bark with patches of grey lichen and moss. Inner heartwood when exposed is typically a light to medium brown.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 7.00 USD per board foot for lumber; log value varies significantly by local timber market.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be between 40 and 80 years old based on log diameter and bark development.
- Sustainability Status
- Least Concern (Not CITES listed or IUCN threatened)
Common Uses
Firewood, rustic outdoor projects, furniture manufacturing, flooring, barrel making, and boat building.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and Central North America
Workability
Moderate to difficult due to density and hardness, but responds well to standard woodworking machinery when sharp tools are used.
Finish Recommendations
Polyurethane, conversion varnish, or penetrating oils after thorough drying and conditioning.
Notable Features
High tannin content providing natural decay resistance, distinctive deeply furrowed bark, and prominent medullary rays.
