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 natural resistance to rot and decay.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a prominent ring-porous texture and occasional knot or burl figure.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, darkening gracefully with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with high natural resistance to rot and decay.
Value & Age
$4.00 to $8.00 per board foot for standard lumber.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Freshly cut round log section with intact bark, estimated under one year since harvesting.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and tight cooperage.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Responds well to hand and machine tools, though prone to splitting with nails and requiring pre-boring.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, oils, and polyurethane well, though water-based finishes may raise grain.
Notable Features
Closed cellular structure due to tyloses, high tannin content, and distinctive growth rings.
