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White Oak
A traditional American flooring known for is design versatitlity and durability. In quarter sawn cuts it displays a distinctive fleck prized by designers, architects, and furniture craftsmen.
| Species: | Quercus alba |
| Color: | Light tan or pale yellow brown to pale or dark brown |
| Cut: | Plain Sawn |
| Milled: | Sq Edge T&G |
| Thickness: | 3/4″ |
| Widths: | 3 1/4″, 4 1/4″, 5 1/4″ FM |
| Lengths: | RL 3′ and longer |
| Grade: | #1, #2, Mill Run, Character Grade |
| Finish: | Unfinished; Oil Finish |
| Installation: | Nail/ Staple |
| Application: | On Grade/ Above Grade |
Technical Specs
| Category | 12% MC | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Bending Strength | 15,2 | psi |
| Crushing Strength (Perp.) | 1,07 | psi |
| Max. Crushing Strength | 7,44 | psi |
| Stiffness (Modulus of Elasticity) | 1,78 | 1000 psi |
| Work to Maximum Load | 15 | in-lbs/in3 |
| Janka Side Hardness | 1,36 | lbs |
| Shearing Strength | 2 | psi |
| Specific Gravity | 0.68 | |
| Weight | 47 | lb/ft3 |
| Density (Air-dry) | 47 | lb/ft3 |
| Radial Shrinkage | 6 | % |
| Tangential Shrinkage | 10 | % |
| Volumetric Shrinkage | 16 | % |
| T/R Ratio | 1.60 |
References:
USDA Forest Products Laboratory Fact Sheet
Woods of the World Pro Database
NHLA Rules for the Measurement and Inspection of Hardwood and Cypress