Most likely quarter-sawn White Oak with pronounced medullary-ray figure; alternatives include Red Oak or figured oak veneer.
Quercus alba (likely); Quercus rubra is a secondary possibility. · Hardwood; probably domestic oak veneer or solid quarter-sawn stock.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; probably domestic oak veneer or solid quarter-sawn stock.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
- Hardness
- White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is approximately 1,290 lbf.
- Durability
- White Oak: Durable; good resistance to decay and weathering, with better outdoor performance than Red Oak.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, quarter-sawn grain with prominent elongated dark ray fleck and irregular cathedral-like streaking; no clear burl or curly figure.
Color & Appearance
Golden tan to medium brown with darker brown figure and moderate luster. Oak typically deepens slightly amber-brown with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
White Oak: about 1,360 lbf Janka—Hard. Red Oak is approximately 1,290 lbf.
Durability & Decay Resistance
White Oak: Durable; good resistance to decay and weathering, with better outdoor performance than Red Oak.
Value & Age
Approximately $8–$20 per board foot for clear figured solid stock; veneer or finished panel value varies substantially.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably determinable from the photograph; the surface appears finished and moderately aged, without diagnostic patina or wear evidence.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, architectural paneling, veneer, barrels, trim, and boatbuilding.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though ray figure can tear out during planing; predrilling is useful, and tannins may darken around iron fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Use a sanding sealer followed by oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; water-based finishes preserve the lighter color, while oil emphasizes contrast.
Notable Features
Strong ray fleck characteristic of quarter-sawn oak, with visible radial structure and attractive reflective figure.