White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,350 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with excellent resistance to rot and fungal decay due to closed cellular tyloses.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to irregular grain with distinct growth rings and prominent ray fleck when quarter-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, darkening slightly with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1,350 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with excellent resistance to rot and fungal decay due to closed cellular tyloses.
Value & Age
$4.00 to $8.00 per board foot depending on grade and rift-sawn figure.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated tree maturity of 60-80 years based on bark texture and trunk diameter.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage for barrels.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Good overall workability with hand and machine tools, though it has moderate blunting effects on cutters.
Finish Recommendations
Takes oil, lacquer, and polyurethane exceptionally well, though water-based finishes may raise grain slightly.
Notable Features
High tannin content makes it reactive to iron, and closed tyloses provide natural liquid impermeability.
