Product Description
DESCRIPTION
White oak varies in color from light tan to pale yellow-brown with a pinkish tinge. It is similar to European oak. Straight grained with characteristic silver grain in quarter sawn wood. Medium to coarse texture. White Oak is somewhat more figured than Red Oak due to longer rays. Weight averages 45-47lbs cu. ft.
COUNTRY OFORIGIN
North America
BOTANICAL NAME
Quercus Alba
OTHER NAMES
Appalachian Oak, Arizona Oak, Stave Oak, Cucharillo, Encino
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Medium bending and crushing strength. Low stiffness makes it an excellent steam bending wood.
WORKING PROPERTIES
Pre-boring is advised, but takes nails and screws well. Gluing properties vary. Stains well and polishes to a good finish.
DURABILITY
Heartwood is durable and very resistant to preservative treatment. Sapwood is moderately resistant. Logs are subject to severe insect attack.
SEASONING
Dries slowly with tendency for checking, splitting and honeycombing. Requires careful air or kiln drying. Medium movement.
USES
Suitable for furniture, cabinetmaking, joinery, heavy construction, parquet and strip flooring, ladder rungs, plywood, veneers, paneling, railroad ties, shakes, shingles.
COMMENTS
Grain may need to be filled to achieve smooth finish.
