Likely red oak; alternatives include white oak or another ring-porous oak.
Quercus rubra (probable); Quercus alba is a plausible alternative. · Hardwood.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, Appalachians, and northeastern United States.
- Hardness
- Janka approximately 1,290 lbf—Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable outdoors; reasonably resistant when dry but vulnerable to decay and insects under persistent moisture.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, open grain with subtle cathedral figure and prominent fine latewood lines; appears flat- or plain-sawn. End grain is not visible, limiting certainty.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is warm pinkish-tan to light reddish brown, with paler sapwood and modest natural luster. It may deepen slightly and turn browner with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka approximately 1,290 lbf—Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable outdoors; reasonably resistant when dry but vulnerable to decay and insects under persistent moisture.
Value & Age
Approximately US$4–9 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried red oak; figured or exceptional 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 surface; it appears relatively fresh or recently machined.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, millwork, veneer, interior trim, turned work, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, Appalachians, and northeastern United States.
Workability
Generally machines, sands, glues, and fastens well, though open pores require filling for a smooth finish and planing may produce localized tearout.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stain, oil, lacquer, shellac, and polyurethane; use a sanding sealer or pore filler for a level surface and test stain for blotching.
Notable Features
Distinctive open pores and strong earlywood/latewood contrast; usually heavier and more porous-looking than many closed-grain hardwoods.
