White Oak, Q/C

White Oak, Q/C (Quercus Alba)

Common Names: Quartercut White Oak

Distribution: Eastern United States

Color/Appearance: Heartwood is a light to medium brown, commonly with an olive cast. Quartersawn sections display prominent ray fleck patterns

Janka Hardness: 1,350 lb_f

Density: 3.92 lb./b.f.

Shrinkage: 1

Radial (thickness): 4.0%

Tangential (width): 8.6%,

Volumetric (total): 13.7%,

T/R Ratio (width to depth): 2.2

Allergies/Toxicity: 1 Most common reactions simply include eye and skin irritation, as well as asthma-like symptoms.

Sustainability: CITES: no, IUCN: no

Common Uses: Cabinetry, furniture, interior trim, flooring, boatbuilding, barrels, and veneer.