White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf (Hard)
- Durability
- Very Durable with high resistance to rot and fungal decay.
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Grain Pattern
Straight to irregular grain with distinct ring-porous structure and prominent medullary rays.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a narrower pale white to yellowish-brown sapwood.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable with high resistance to rot and fungal decay.
Value & Age
4.00 to 8.00 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
- Freshly cut log estimated to be under 1 year old.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and exterior construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Goods results with hand and machine tools, though it has a moderate blunting effect on cutters.
Finish Recommendations
Takes stains, oils, and polyurethane well after proper sanding.
Notable Features
Closed cellular structure due to tyloses, making it naturally resistant to liquid penetration.
