American White Oak        

American White Oak is strong, beautiful, rot-resistant, easy to work, and economical. White Oak is strong, beautiful, rot-resistant, easy to work, and economical, representing an exceptional value to woodworkers. It’s no wonder that wood is so widely used in cabinet and furniture making.

Name:

Quercus Alba

Origin:

Eastern United States

Colour:

American White Oak tends to be paler than European Oak, with a slightly pinker hue.

Grain:

The grain is straight, with a coarse, uneven texture. 

Rot Resistance:

Rated as very durable; frequently used in boatbuilding and tight cooperage applications.

Typical Applications:

Cabinetry, furniture, interior trim, flooring, boatbuilding, barrels, and veneer.

Density:

770 kg/m3 average

Workability:

Produces good results with hand and machine tools. Has moderately high shrinkage values, resulting in mediocre dimensional stability, especially in flatsawn boards. Can react with iron (particularly when wet) and cause staining and discolouration. Responds well to steam-bending. Glues, stains, and finishes well.