Likely white oak; alternatives include red oak or ash
Quercus alba (likely); Quercus rubra or Fraxinus americana possible · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- About 1,360 lbf Janka; Hard
- Durability
- Durable; white oak has good natural resistance to decay and weathering, with moderate insect resistance.
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Grain Pattern
Straight, fine-to-medium grain with cathedral-like flatsawn figure; subtle medullary fleck may be present near the rails. No distinctive curl or burl figure visible.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan heartwood and slightly lighter sapwood, with moderate natural luster. It may amber modestly with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
About 1,360 lbf Janka; Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; white oak has good natural resistance to decay and weathering, with moderate insect resistance.
Value & Age
Approximately $6–$12 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried white oak; figured or premium 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
- Appears newly machined and unfinished; no reliable evidence of age beyond recent fabrication.
Common Uses
Cabinet doors, furniture, flooring, architectural millwork, veneer, barrels, and general joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though oak can show tearout on figured areas and slightly blunts tools. Pre-drilling is useful; gluing and finishing are generally straightforward.
Finish Recommendations
Use a clear oil, lacquer, shellac, or water-/oil-based polyurethane after thorough sanding. Grain filler can produce a smoother closed-pore finish.
Notable Features
Prominent open pores, strong structural stability, and attractive ray fleck when quarter-sawn; the pictured surface appears relatively straight-grained.
