White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,350 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with excellent resistance to rot and fungal decay.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with prominent growth rings and distinct quarter-sawn ray fleck patterns.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is light to dark brown with a contrasting pale white to light-brown sapwood.
Hardness (Janka)
1,350 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with excellent resistance to rot and fungal decay.
Value & Age
$6 to $12 per board foot for domestic kiln-dried lumber.
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 20-40 years old based on modern milling and light patina.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and exterior construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Responds well to hand and machine tools, though it has moderate blunting effects on cutters.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, polyurethane, oil, and lacquer well with proper surface prep.
Notable Features
Closed cellular structure due to tyloses, high tannin content, and distinct ray fleck.
