White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Durable, featuring good natural resistance to decay and moisture due to closed cellular structures.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with distinct growth rings and prominent medullary rays visible in quartersawn sections.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, darkening slightly to an amber tone with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable, featuring good natural resistance to decay and moisture due to closed cellular structures.
Value & Age
$6.00 to $10.00 per board foot depending on grade and quarter-sawn figure.
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 to be 30 to 50 years old based on surface wear and oxidation patina.
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 has a moderate blunting effect on cutters and requires pre-boring for screws.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, varnishes, and oils exceptionally well, though water-based finishes require careful grain raising preparation.
Notable Features
Contains tyloses in the pores that make the wood water-resistant, along with characteristic ray fleck patterns.
