White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with high resistance to decay and moisture infiltration.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a prominent cathedral pattern on flat-sawn surfaces and distinctive ray fleck on quarter-sawn boards.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, darkening slightly to an amber hue with age and UV exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with high resistance to decay and moisture infiltration.
Value & Age
6 to 12 dollars per board foot depending on grade and cut.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Sample appears to be from a mature tree harvested decades ago based on bark texture and lichen growth.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Accepts screws and nails well, though pre-boring is recommended; glues, stains, and finishes cleanly with moderate blade dulling.
Finish Recommendations
Responds exceptionally well to polyurethane, varnish, and oils after light sanding.
Notable Features
Contains tyloses in the pores which provide natural water resistance, along with high tannin content.
