Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Chestnut Oak or another eastern oak.
Quercus alba (probable) · Hardwood; temperate North American species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; temperate North American species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Appalachian, Midwest, and southern regions.
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf Janka; Hard.
- Durability
- Durable: heartwood has good natural resistance to decay and insects, though freshly cut sapwood is less resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Rough-sawn, predominantly straight grain with prominent annual-ring lines; likely flatsawn or irregularly sawn. No clear decorative figure is visible.
Color & Appearance
Brown to gray-brown heartwood with lighter sapwood, subdued luster, and substantial sawdust/weathering discoloration. Oak generally darkens modestly toward golden brown with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf Janka; Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable: heartwood has good natural resistance to decay and insects, though freshly cut sapwood is less resistant.
Value & Age
Approximately $5–$12 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried White Oak; premium wide or clear stock may exceed $15.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The log appears freshly cut or only recently exposed; the dark surface is insufficient to establish tree or lumber age.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, barrel cooperage, interior millwork, beams, veneer, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Appalachian, Midwest, and southern regions.
Workability
Machines and sands well, but open pores and high density can cause moderate blunting, tearout around irregular grain, and slower drying. Glues and fastens reliably after proper predrilling.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively and fill pores if a smooth finish is desired; oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane are suitable. Water-based finishes may accentuate grain and raise the surface slightly.
Notable Features
Distinctive open-pored anatomy, strong medullary-ray fleck when quarter-sawn, high density, and characteristic oak ring structure.