Origin distribution:
Eastern United States
Color/Texture
White oak veneer is a brown color ranging from light to medium, and it is not easy to distinguish between sapwood and heartwood that are close to white to light brown. The texture is straight, rough and uneven.
Price/Market Supply Situation/Certification (Sustainable Development)
American white oak has a moderate price, slightly more expensive than red oak, while thick boards or quarter cut sawn boards are more expensive. This species is not certified as endangered and is not protected by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Comments and reviews
White oak is the state tree of Connecticut, Illinois, and Maryland. It is hard, beautiful, and corrosion-resistant, easy to process, economical and practical, with high wood processing value. It is widely used in cabinets and furniture, and is one of the most widely used wood species in the United States.
