White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America.
- Hardness
- 1360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable. Excellent resistance to decay and insects due to closed cellular tyloses.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with a prominent ring-porous cathedral pattern on flat-sawn surfaces.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler, whitish sapwood. Darkens slightly to a rich amber patina over time.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable. Excellent resistance to decay and insects due to closed cellular tyloses.
Value & Age
$3.00 to $6.00 per board foot for standard lumber grades.
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 at 1 to 3 years seasoned firewood based on checked end grain and weathered bark.
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 has a moderate blunting effect on cutters.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, oils, and polyurethane exceptionally well. Water-based finishes prevent excessive yellowing.
Notable Features
High density, distinctive ray fleck patterns on quartered surfaces, and closed cellular structures called tyloses.
