Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Red Oak or another North American oak.
Quercus alba (probable); Quercus rubra is the main alternative. · Hardwood; ring-porous deciduous species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; ring-porous deciduous species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is approximately 1,290 lbf, also Hard.
- Durability
- White Oak is Durable, with good decay and weathering resistance; Red Oak is generally Moderately Durable and less rot-resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, pronounced annual rings, with visible open earlywood pores; the round slab is likely cross-cut/flat-sawn. No distinctive figured grain is apparent.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan sapwood/wood with slightly darker brown growth rings; modest natural luster. It may amber and deepen with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is approximately 1,290 lbf, also Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
White Oak is Durable, with good decay and weathering resistance; Red Oak is generally Moderately Durable and less rot-resistant.
Value & Age
Rough White Oak commonly sells around $6–$12 per board foot; figured, kiln-dried, or premium slabs may exceed $15–$30.
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 slab appears freshly cut or recently dried; the cracks and bark condition indicate drying stress rather than significant age. Tree age cannot be reliably estimated from the photograph.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, architectural millwork, barrels, turning, veneer, and outdoor construction when properly finished.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though prominent pores and end checking are visible; quartered surfaces can show tear-out. It glues and fastens reliably, but predrilling is useful.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively, fill pores if a smooth finish is desired, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane. Seal the end grain to reduce further checking.
Notable Features
Strong ring-porous structure, prominent medullary rays likely to show on quarter-sawn faces, heavy weight, and characteristic oak ray figure.
