Likely Red Oak; alternatives include White Oak or oak-look engineered flooring
Quercus rubra (most likely) · Hardwood; appears to be factory-finished solid or engineered flooring
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; appears to be factory-finished solid or engineered flooring
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America; commonly grown and harvested in the United States and Canada
- Hardness
- 1,290 lbf Janka; Hard
- Durability
- Moderately durable; reasonable resistance to wear, but exposed untreated wood is not highly rot-resistant
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, open-grained, flat-sawn boards with subtle cathedral figure; no prominent ray fleck visible
Color & Appearance
Warm honey to reddish-brown heartwood with lighter sapwood, moderate variation, and satin luster; finish and age have deepened the tone
Hardness (Janka)
1,290 lbf Janka; Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; reasonable resistance to wear, but exposed untreated wood is not highly rot-resistant
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$9 per board foot for clear red-oak lumber; flooring retail pricing varies substantially
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably dated from the photograph; finish wear suggests established residential flooring, possibly 10–40 years old
Common Uses
Flooring, furniture, cabinetry, millwork, doors, and veneer
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America; commonly grown and harvested in the United States and Canada
Workability
Generally machines, sands, glues, and finishes well; open pores may require filler, and planing can produce some tear-out
Finish Recommendations
Screen lightly if refinishing, then use compatible polyurethane or hardwax oil; test for finish adhesion and color matching first
Notable Features
Distinctive open pores and warm red cast; oak’s prominent pores are visible despite the finish
