White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1350 lbf, Hard
- Durability
- Very Durable, with high resistance to decay and moisture due to tyloses plugging the pores.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with distinct ring-porous structure and prominent medullary rays visible on the transverse cross-section.
Color & Appearance
Light brown to pale yellowish-brown heartwood with a distinct lighter sapwood band, darkening slightly with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1350 lbf, Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable, with high resistance to decay and moisture due to tyloses plugging the pores.
Value & Age
6 to 12 USD per board foot for standard lumber grades.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated between 35 to 50 years based on the tight growth rings visible on the cross-section.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Good overall workability with hand and machine tools, though it can split easily during nailing and screwing.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, oils, and polyurethane exceptionally well, though water-based finishes may raise the grain slightly.
Notable Features
Contains closed cellular structures called tyloses that make the wood impermeable to water.
