High, confirmed by the distinctive color, prominent growth rings, and pore structure characteristic of White Oak confidenceIdentify wood
White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable, highly resistant to decay and rot due to tyloses in the pores
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a flat-sawn cathedral pattern visible on the face
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a grayish cast, distinct paler sapwood, low to medium luster
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable, highly resistant to decay and rot due to tyloses in the pores
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $4.00 to $8.00 per board foot depending on grade
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be freshly milled or recently processed within the last 1 to 3 years
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices or IUCN Red List, widely abundant and sustainably managed
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though it can react with iron and requires pre-boring for screws
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, varnishes, and oils well; polyurethane or water-based topcoats perform excellently
Notable Features
Contains tyloses which plug the pores making it water-resistant, high tannin content
Identified August 24, 2026
