Most likely oak, probably White Oak; alternatives include Red Oak or another local oak.
Quercus alba (probable); Quercus rubra is a secondary possibility. · Hardwood (deciduous); domestic species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (deciduous); domestic species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
- Hardness
- White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is about 1,290 lbf, also Hard.
- Durability
- White Oak is Durable, with good decay resistance; Red Oak is generally only Moderately Durable, especially outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Flat-sawn cross-section with prominent earlywood-to-latewood growth rings, broad rays, and mostly straight grain; the radial cracks and rough bark indicate a freshly cut round.
Color & Appearance
Pale tan to cream wood with darker brown heartwood streaking and a gray-brown bark edge; likely to amber and darken modestly with light and oxidation.
Hardness (Janka)
White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is about 1,290 lbf, also Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
White Oak is Durable, with good decay resistance; Red Oak is generally only Moderately Durable, especially outdoors.
Value & Age
Rough domestic oak is typically about $4–$10 per board foot; this irregular green round has little lumber value until milled and dried.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The tree’s age cannot be determined reliably from this photograph; visible wood appears freshly cut, with no established patina.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, barrels, veneer, interior trim, and beams; white oak is also used for exterior joinery and boatbuilding.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
Workability
Machines and sands reasonably well but can cause tearout around knots and dull tools moderately; predrilling is advisable, and drying may produce checks.
Finish Recommendations
Air- or kiln-dry before finishing; use sanding sealer followed by oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane. Seal end grain heavily to reduce checking.
Notable Features
Visible rays and ring contrast support oak identification; bark and end-grain structure are more diagnostic than the color alone.
