Oak Tree On Ridge Of The Coast Range Above The Big Sur Coast California.
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The Wood:
White Oak is mostly straight grained with a medium to coarse texture, with longer rays than Red Oak. White Oak therefore has more figure. The quality depends greatly on the conditions of growth. Density 600kg/m3
The Tree:
Reaches heights of 60-100 feet (18.3-30.5m) at maturity, and 38-50 inches (960-1200mm) in diameter, with a round to wide-spreading irregular crown. White Oak bark is whitish or light grey, varying from scaly to irregularly plated or ridged and furrowed. Leaves are simple and alternately arranged on the stems; have a rounded tip and wedge-shaped base, with evenly notched edges; leaves are bright green on top and whitish underneath.
Colour:
White Oak is similar in colour and appearance to European Oak. The Sapwood of American White Oak is light coloured and the heartwood is light to dark brown.
Typical uses:
Furniture, kitchens, doors, flooring, joinery, construction, paneling, coffins, timber bridges.
Source region:
North America
Oak Tree On Ridge Of The Coast Range Above The Big Sur Coast California.