White Oak...
Scientific Name: Quercus alba
Janka hardness: 1360
Other names and species:
Basket Oak
Chestnut Oak
Cow Oak
Mountain Oak
Rock Oak
Swamp Oak
Tanbark Oak
Origin: United States, China
Appearance: Very light brown, with a creamy tint or cream colored cast. Longer grain with occasional swirls and burls. Distinctive white rays are what make white oak so prized for construction of “Mission” style furniture and woodwork.
Properties: White oak is durable and has good resistance to splitting and excellent holding ability.
Principal uses: Oak is practically synonymous with high-quality, durable, and distinctively attractive wood floors. Other uses include furniture, moldings, doors, kitchen cabinets and caskets.