Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Red Oak or Ash.
Quercus alba (tentative) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States.
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
- Durability
- Durable; heartwood has good decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant. Outdoor performance depends strongly on sealing and exposure.
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Grain Pattern
Straight, open-grained, with prominent elongated pores and mild cathedral-like variation; appears flat-sawn or rift/flat mixed.
Color & Appearance
Light tan to warm golden-brown with slightly darker grain; moderate luster and little visible sapwood contrast. Typically ambers modestly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; heartwood has good decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant. Outdoor performance depends strongly on sealing and exposure.
Value & Age
Approximately $6–$12 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried white oak; premium figure or wide boards may cost 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, apparently unfinished sample; likely relatively fresh or recently milled.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, trim, barrels, veneer, and general joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States.
Workability
Generally machines and glues well, though open pores require filling for a glass-smooth finish; can blunt tools moderately and may show tearout around irregular grain.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively, optionally fill pores, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; water-based finishes may initially accentuate grain contrast.
Notable Features
Distinctive open pore structure, visible ray fleck on quarter-sawn surfaces, substantial weight, and good dimensional stability relative to many oaks.
