Medium based on color, surface texture, visible knots, and typical grain characteristics of rough-sawn oak. confidenceIdentify wood
White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1350 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with rough sawn face texture, displaying occasional knot features and cathedral arching patterns.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with grayish undertones and paler sapwood; moderate natural luster.
Hardness (Janka)
1350 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 4.00 to 8.00 USD per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 10 to 30 years as rough-sawn lumber stock showing mild surface oxidation.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably harvested.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and exterior construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Good workability with both hand and machine tools, though it has high tannin content which can react with iron.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, oils, and polyurethane exceptionally well; non-reactive finishes recommended to prevent tannin discoloration.
Notable Features
High resistance to moisture and decay due to closed cellular structure (tyloses), heavy tannin content.
Identified August 9, 2026
