White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with excellent natural resistance to rot and decay.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with pronounced ray fleck patterns typical of quarter-sawn milling.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a grayish hue, darkening moderately over time under light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with excellent natural resistance to rot and decay.
Value & Age
$6 to $12 per board foot for select grade lumber.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated between 50 to 80 years based on furniture construction style and rich surface patina.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Favorable machining characteristics, though it reacts with iron and requires pre-boring for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, polyurethane, and oil finishes exceptionally well after proper sanding.
Notable Features
High tannin content and closed cellular structure due to tyloses in the pores.
