Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Red Oak or ash.
Quercus alba (alternatives: Quercus rubra or Fraxinus americana) · Hardwood (temperate deciduous); likely plain-sawn lumber.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (temperate deciduous); likely plain-sawn lumber.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southern Canada.
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay and insect resistance, while exposed sapwood is less resistant. Not enough evidence here to assess weathering history.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, moderately coarse grain with subtle cathedral figure and faint ray fleck; no obvious special figure.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan with slightly darker brown growth lines; sapwood and heartwood are not strongly differentiated. Typically darkens modestly amber-brown with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf Janka—Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has useful decay and insect resistance, while exposed sapwood is less resistant. Not enough evidence here to assess weathering history.
Value & Age
Approximately US$5–12 per board foot for ordinary clear kiln-dried lumber; figured or premium stock costs more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably estimated from this clean, unfinished face; it appears relatively fresh or recently surfaced.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, architectural millwork, veneer, barrels, and general joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and southern Canada.
Workability
Machines and sands well but may show mild tearout near changing grain; predrilling helps prevent splitting. Glues and finishes reliably.
Finish Recommendations
Sand to 180–220 grit; use a conditioner or washcoat for more even stain absorption, then apply oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane.
Notable Features
Visible pores and restrained ray figure are consistent with oak; typically heavy, stiff, and ring-porous.
