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 resistance to decay and moisture.
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Grain Pattern
Straight grain with prominent, broad ray flecks visible in quarter-sawn surfaces.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a paler sapwood, showing significant gray weathering on the exposed surface.
Hardness (Janka)
1360 lbf (Hard)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable, with high resistance to decay and moisture.
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
- Estimated 20-50 years based on weathering and rustic surface oxidation.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, boat building, and exterior construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Good overall workability with hand and machine tools, though it has high tannin content and can react with metals.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts stains, oils, and polyurethane well, though thorough sanding is needed to remove weathered gray layers.
Notable Features
Contains tyloses in the pores which give it closed-cell liquid-tight characteristics.
