White Oak
Quercus alba · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1350 lbf, Hard
- Durability
- Very Durable, with exceptional natural resistance to rot and fungal decay.
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Grain Pattern
Prominent cathedral grain and distinct growth rings with prominent medullary ray flecks.
Color & Appearance
Light to medium brown heartwood with a grayish cast and pale yellowish-white sapwood, darkening gracefully with age.
Hardness (Janka)
1350 lbf, Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable, with exceptional natural resistance to rot and fungal decay.
Value & Age
8 to 15 dollars per board foot for wide live-edge slabs.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 20 to 50 years based on the polished live-edge slab finish and moderate oxidation.
Common Uses
Fine furniture, heavy flooring, architectural millwork, and boat building.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Accepts screws and nails well, though pre-drilling is recommended; planes and cuts cleanly with sharp carbide tooling.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts oil-based polyurethane, conversion varnish, and hardwax oils exceptionally well after proper sanding.
Notable Features
Closed cellular structure containing tyloses, high tannin content, and distinctive ray fleck patterns.
