Most likely American Black Walnut; alternatives include weathered White Oak or mahogany.
Juglans nigra (probable) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Canada.
- Hardness
- Approximately 1,010 lbf Janka; Medium.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has moderate decay resistance, while sapwood is considerably less resistant to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Appears mostly straight with subdued, diffuse figure; the image shows a sanded face, not enough end grain to confirm pore structure or cut orientation.
Color & Appearance
Weathered gray-brown/taupe with little visible contrast; walnut heartwood normally ranges chocolate brown to purplish brown and lightens or yellows with oxidation and UV exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
Approximately 1,010 lbf Janka; Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has moderate decay resistance, while sapwood is considerably less resistant to insects and rot.
Value & Age
About US$8–18 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried walnut; figured or premium stock may cost substantially more.
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 estimated from this image; surface oxidation and wear suggest an older or weathered finish, not necessarily old wood.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, gunstocks, veneer, turning, and decorative panels.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though grain reversal can cause tear-out; it glues, screws, and finishes reliably.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly, consider a clear dewaxed shellac washcoat, then use oil, lacquer, or polyurethane; test first because weathered fibers may absorb unevenly.
Notable Features
Typically medium-heavy, stable, and capable of attractive chatoyance after finishing; characteristic walnut color is currently obscured by weathering.