White Oak
White Oak
Scientific Name: Quercus Alba
White Oak, a robust hardwood from the Eastern U.S., is valued for its durability and versatile beauty. Known for its tactile grain and distinctive “flecking” in rift-sawn pieces, it is a top choice for architectural elements and fine furniture. Over time, it develops a patina that underscores its long-lasting appeal and design versatility.
The wood’s varied hues, from light sapwood to medium brown heartwood, and ray fleck patterns, make each piece unique. White Oak is adaptable in its uses, from traditional furniture and flooring to modern designs and even outdoor settings, thanks to its moisture and decay resistance—qualities that also make it ideal for making whiskey barrels (staves).
COMMON APPLICATIONS
- Flooring
- Cabinetry
- Furniture
- Millwork
- Mine Timbers
- Ships Caskets
- Whiskey Barrels
WHY CHOOSE WHITE OAK?
- Patina with age
- Strong grain texture
- Long-lasting hardness
- Resists moisture
- Uniform, versatile design
- Timeless finish
WORKING PROPERTIES
QUICK FACT
White Oak is perfect for whiskey barrels and boat transoms thanks to its tyloses, structures inside the wood’s vessels, blocking them and making it watertight and resistant to rot.
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Weight per Bdft: 3.94
Specific Gravity (Density): 0.68
Hardness (Janka): 1,350
Bending Strength (MOR): 14,380
Bending Stiffness (million psi) (MOE): 1.762
Dimensional Movement (Shrinkage): R 4.4%, T 8.8%
T/R Ratio (Stability): 2.0
QUICK FACT
White Oak is perfect for whiskey barrels and boat transoms thanks to its tyloses, structures inside the wood’s vessels, blocking them and making it watertight and resistant to rot.
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