White Oak Overview

White Oak is a premier American hardwood prized for its strength, durability, and warm, golden-brown tone. Its distinctive grain pattern and natural resistance to moisture make it ideal for flooring, furniture, cabinetry, and architectural joinery. Known for its ability to take stain evenly and finish beautifully, White Oak continues to define fine woodworking across the world.

At Bennett Hardwoods, our kiln-dried White Oak is brought to a uniform 6–8% moisture content, ensuring dimensional stability and clean machining. Every board is graded to NHLA standards and selected for straight grain, color consistency, and clear appearance — delivering performance and reliability for domestic and export applications alike.

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Each Bennett White Oak board is graded to NHLA specifications and carefully sorted for consistent color and grain. With its excellent wear resistance and attractive figure, White Oak is a leading choice for interior and exterior projects requiring both beauty and strength.

Grades Lengths (ft) Thicknesses Surfacing
S&B 6', 7', 8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4 Surfaced
S&B Rift 6-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced
S&B Quartered 6-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced
1C 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4, 6/4 Surfaced
1C Rift & Quartered 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced
2A 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced
2A Rift & Quartered 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4 Surfaced
3A 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced
Rustic 4-8', 9-10', 11-12', 13-16' 4/4, 5/4 Surfaced

ExactSort™ Tailored White Oak Lumber, Precision Matched

White Oak ranges in color from light tan to medium brown, often featuring striking ray flecks in quartersawn stock. With ExactSort™, Bennett Hardwoods enables customers to specify color tone, grain pattern, and sawn orientation — whether for wide-plank flooring, cabinetry, or architectural panels. Each bundle is custom-matched for seamless appearance and efficient production

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Sourcing Regions

Fresh-Cut. Graded. Export-Ready.

Bennett Hardwoods sources White Oak primarily from the Upper Midwest, including Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. The cooler northern climate and slow growth of these forests produce tight-grained logs with excellent color uniformity, strength, and machining performance.

Every board is processed, kiln-dried, and graded in-house, ensuring ISPM-15 export compliance and full traceability from forest to final shipment.

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Kiln Dried White Oak Technical Data Table

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Scientific & Common Names

Common Names White Oak
Scientific Name Quercus alba
Other Names Northern White Oak
Tree Distribution Eastern and Central United States

Physical & Mechanical Properties

Color / Appearance Light to medium brown with olive or golden undertones; straight grain with prominent rays, especially in quartersawn boards.
Janka Hardness 1,360 lbf (6,050 N)
Average Dry Weight 47 lb/ft³ (755 kg/m³)
Specific Gravity 0.68
Shrinkage (Tangential / Radial) 7.2% / 4.2%
Elastic Modulus 12.1 GPa
Crushing Strength 7,440 psi (51.3 MPa)
Workability Machines and sands cleanly; responds well to steam bending; glues and finishes effectively; excellent wear resistance.
Odor Distinctive, pleasant oak scent when freshly machined.
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FAQ - White Oak

Is White Oak suitable for exterior applications?

Yes while Emerald Ash Borer has affected some regions, responsible forestry and managed stands ensure steady availability from certified sources in the Upper Midwest.

How does White Oak differ from Red Oak?

Yes while Emerald Ash Borer has affected some regions, responsible forestry and managed stands ensure steady availability from certified sources in the Upper Midwest.

Does White Oak change color over time?

Yes while Emerald Ash Borer has affected some regions, responsible forestry and managed stands ensure steady availability from certified sources in the Upper Midwest.

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