Most likely White Oak; alternatives include Chestnut Oak or Bur Oak.
Quercus alba (probable) · Hardwood; domestic North American species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; domestic North American species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States.
- Hardness
- 1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
- Durability
- Durable; heartwood has good decay resistance and moderate insect resistance, while sapwood is less resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, coarse grain with prominent latewood bands; the slab appears flat- or rift-sawn, with a knot, bark inclusion, and localized irregular figure.
Color & Appearance
Pale tan to light brown heartwood with lighter sapwood, subdued luster, and mild gray-brown weathering; it typically darkens slightly amber with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,360 lbf Janka — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; heartwood has good decay resistance and moderate insect resistance, while sapwood is less resistant.
Value & Age
About $6–$12 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried white oak; rustic live-edge slabs commonly range from $10–$25+ 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
- The sample’s age as a tree or timber cannot be determined visually; surface oxidation and wear suggest some exposure, not a reliably datable age.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, barrels, stairs, trim, veneer, framing, and boat components.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though coarse grain and the knot/inclusion may cause tear-out; predrilling is advisable, and tannins can react with iron fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Use a penetrating oil, hardwax oil, lacquer, or polyurethane after thorough sanding; water-based finishes preserve its pale tone, while oil ambers it.
Notable Features
Open pores, strong earlywood/latewood contrast, substantial weight, and characteristic oak ray fleck when quarter-sawn; the dark inclusion appears natural rather than a regular figure.
