Likely white oak; red oak is a plausible alternative. The visible face grain alone is not definitive.
Likely Quercus alba; alternative Quercus rubra · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Likely eastern North America; white and red oak grow widely across the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- White oak: about 1,360 lbf (Hard); red oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
- Durability
- White oak is Durable and notably rot-resistant; red oak is Slightly Durable and less suitable for wet exposure. Species cannot be confirmed from this view.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, prominent open grain with mild cathedral/flame figure, suggesting flat-sawn or mixed-sawn stock; no distinctive figured pattern is visible.
Color & Appearance
Pale tan to light golden-brown face with subtle variation. Freshly surfaced oak may darken and warm with age; sapwood and heartwood are difficult to distinguish here.
Hardness (Janka)
White oak: about 1,360 lbf (Hard); red oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
Durability & Decay Resistance
White oak is Durable and notably rot-resistant; red oak is Slightly Durable and less suitable for wet exposure. Species cannot be confirmed from this view.
Value & Age
Roughly US$6–12 per board foot for common kiln-dried stock; grade, thickness, and locality affect price.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably estimable from the photo; the board appears freshly surfaced, without clear patina or wear.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, trim, veneer, barrels, and (especially white oak) outdoor or boat applications.
Geographic Origin
Likely eastern North America; white and red oak grow widely across the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though open pores can need filling for a smooth finish; oak may splinter and benefits from predrilling for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Apply a test coat; oil, lacquer, or polyurethane work well. Fill pores if a glass-smooth surface is desired.
Notable Features
Visible coarse, open-pored grain is characteristic of oak; white oak has tyloses that help make it more liquid-resistant than red oak.