White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Durable, featuring closed cellular structures with tyloses providing excellent rot and moisture resistance.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with distinct growth rings and prominent ray fleck on quarter-sawn surfaces.
Color & Appearance
Light brown to pale yellowish-brown heartwood with a lighter sapwood. Darkens slightly to a rich amber patina over time.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable, featuring closed cellular structures with tyloses providing excellent rot and moisture resistance.
Value & Age
6.00 to 12.00 USD per board foot depending on grade and cut.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Sample appears to be freshly cut or recently processed, estimated under 1 year old based on bright exposed end grain.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Responds well to hand and machine tools, though it can blunt cutters and reacts strongly to iron-based fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, oils, and polyurethane well, though water-based finishes require non-reactive primers to prevent tannin staining.
Notable Features
High tannin content makes it reactive to iron, and tyloses in the pores make it naturally water-resistant.
