Oak Veneer - White Flat Cut

Premium Flat Cut White Oak Wood Veneer Sheets

Flat Cut White Oak—often referred to as Plain Sliced White Oak, Crown Cut, or Quercus Alba—is a cornerstone of high-end architectural design and furniture making. Produced by slicing the log parallel to its center, this cut showcases a pleasing "cathedral" grain pattern. Known for its exceptional durability and hardness, our White Oak wood veneer sheets offer a neutral, sophisticated color palette ranging from beige and pale yellow-brown to medium tan.

While its grain structure is similar to Red Oak, Red Elm, or Ash, White Oak is distinct for its lack of pink undertones and its superior rot resistance.

Architectural Specification: For designers and architects specifying for luxury projects, we offer two distinct paths:

• Premium (AA) Grade: Hand-selected to be virtually free of imperfections, ideal for high-end retail fixtures and yacht interiors.

• Standard Grade: Includes natural character marks such as pin knots and mineral streaks. Many designers prefer this "raw" look for a more organic, authentic timber feel.

Why Specify Flat Cut (Plain Sliced) White Oak?

While Rift and Quartered cuts offer linear patterns, Flat Cut White Oak celebrates the natural movement of the tree. It is highly popular among woodworkers specialized in Mission-style and Arts and Crafts projects. Typical applications include:

• Custom Furniture: The preferred choice for dressers, breakfronts, tables, and antique restoration.

• High-Traffic Surfaces: Due to its hardness, it is ideal for desks, desktops, and custom staircases.

• Luxury Commercial Interiors: Widely specified for high-end retail fixtures and yacht interiors where a durable, pale-toned wood is required.

• Professional Finishing: White Oak is relatively easy to work with and receptive to various treatments. It stains and finishes exceptionally well, especially for "Cerused" or bleached aesthetics.

The Oakwood Professional Standard

We provide architects and contractors with high-performance material sustainably sourced from the United States and Canada:

• Sustainable Sourcing: White Oak is a plentiful North American hardwood with no threat of extinction.

• Large-Format Inventory: Available in standard 4'x8' as well as oversized 4'x10', 5'x10', and 5'x12' wood veneer sheets to minimize seams on large panels.

• Versatile Backing Options: Available with 10-mil paper backer, 22.2-mil Bubble-Free (BFV) for heavy-duty application, or 3M™ PSA (Peel-and-Stick) for fast, professional installs.

Technical Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Quercus alba

• Grain Pattern: Flat Cut / Plain Sliced (Cathedral Design)

• Color Profile: Beige to Medium Tan (No pink undertones)

• Origin: United States and Canada

• Backing Choices: 10-mil, 22.2-mil BFV, 3M™ PSA