White Oak for Hardwood Flooring Board
General Description: White oak for hardwood flooring board is one of the most common and
important hardwood species. It makes excellent hardwood flooring because of its strength and
general durability. It is impermeable to moisture, and has been extensively used for ship timber
and barrels. Red and white oak for hardwood flooring boards rank among the top hardwood
species used for furniture and flooring.
Color: White oak for hardwood flooring board ranges from nearly white sapwood to
darker gray brown heartwood.
Grain: Mostly straight-grained with a medium to coarse texture. The grain is
distinguished by rays, which reflect light and add to its attractiveness. Many grain
patterns are obtained from different sawing or slicing angles.
Finishing: Oaks can be stained beautifully with a wide range of finish tones.
Characteristics: Heavy, very strong and very hard, stiff, holds nails and
screws easily. White oak hardwood flooring board provides great wear-resistance.
Working Properties: White oak for hardwood flooring board machines well,
although pre-boring is advised. Since it reacts with iron, galvanized nails are
recommended. Its adhesive properties are variable, but it stains to a good finish.
Consult your contractor about choosing the correct nails and finishes.
Main Uses: Flooring, architectural millwork, moldings, doors, cabinets, paneling,
more. White oak hardwood for flooring board is a popular choice for boat building,
parquet and other types of flooring, pews and pulpits, joinery and heavy construction.
It is also sliced as decorative veneer.
Availability: Readily available but not as abundant as red oak.