Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Red Oak or European Oak.
Quercus alba (likely); Quercus rubra or Quercus robur are alternatives. · Hardwood; temperate deciduous species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; temperate deciduous species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America; commonly grown and milled in the United States.
- Hardness
- About 1,360 lbf Janka; Hard.
- Durability
- Durable, especially the heartwood; good resistance to decay and insects, though sapwood is less resistant and prolonged weathering is unsuitable without protection.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, moderately coarse grain with visible earlywood pores; appears flat-sawn or plain-sawn, without distinctive figure.
Color & Appearance
Pale beige to light brown with subtle olive-gray variation and moderate luster. It may amber or deepen slightly with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
About 1,360 lbf Janka; Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable, especially the heartwood; good resistance to decay and insects, though sapwood is less resistant and prolonged weathering is unsuitable without protection.
Value & Age
Approximately $6–$12 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried clear White Oak; premium quarter-sawn or figured stock costs more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The photograph shows clean, unfinished-looking surfaces with little patina or wear; the sample’s age cannot be reliably estimated and may be relatively recent.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, architectural millwork, barrels, joinery, veneer, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America; commonly grown and milled in the United States.
Workability
Machines, sands, glues, and finishes well, though its hardness can dull tools and its open grain may show tearout or require pore filling. Predrilling is recommended for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Use a penetrating oil, hardwax oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; sanding sealer and optional grain filler produce a smoother finish. Test stains because oak can absorb unevenly.
Notable Features
Prominent open pores, strong ray fleck when quarter-sawn, good dimensional stability, and a characteristic coarse oak texture.
