White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and Central North America.
- Hardness
- 1,350 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with high resistance to decay and moisture.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with prominent quarter-sawn ray fleck patterns and medium texture.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, darkening slightly with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1,350 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with high resistance to decay and moisture.
Value & Age
6 to 12 USD per board foot.
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 kiln-dried lumber, relatively fresh milled within the last few years.
Common Uses
Fine furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and barrel making.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and Central North America.
Workability
Responds well to hand and machine tools, though prone to splitting when nailing.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, polyurethane, and oil finishes well after proper sanding.
Notable Features
Closed cellular structure due to tyloses, high tannin content, and distinctive ray fleck figure.
