Likely walnut-and-maple butcher-block panel; dark strips appear Black Walnut, light strips likely Hard/Sugar Maple. Exact light species could be beech or ash.
Juglans nigra (dark); Acer saccharum (light, probable) · Hardwood; laminated/edge-glued engineered panel
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; laminated/edge-glued engineered panel
- Origin
- Black Walnut: eastern and central North America. Sugar Maple: northeastern and north-central North America.
- Hardness
- Walnut: 1,010 lbf, Medium. Hard maple: 1,450 lbf, Hard.
- Durability
- Walnut: Moderately Durable; maple: Slightly Durable. Both have limited natural outdoor decay resistance.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, narrow vertical strips with mild cathedral and subtle end-grain variation; no distinctive figured figure visible.
Color & Appearance
Dark walnut is chocolate brown with lighter streaks; maple is cream to pale tan with modest luster. Walnut may lighten slightly, while maple amberizes with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Walnut: 1,010 lbf, Medium. Hard maple: 1,450 lbf, Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Walnut: Moderately Durable; maple: Slightly Durable. Both have limited natural outdoor decay resistance.
Value & Age
Approximately $8–$18 per board foot for comparable finished walnut/maple stock; retail panels may cost 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
- Appears modern and machine-finished; no reliable patina or wear evidence, likely under 20 years old.
Common Uses
Countertops, cutting boards, furniture, cabinetry, flooring, turning, and decorative panels.
Geographic Origin
Black Walnut: eastern and central North America. Sugar Maple: northeastern and north-central North America.
Workability
Generally machines, sands, glues, and finishes well; cross-grain sections may tear out, and maple can burn during routing or sanding.
Finish Recommendations
Use a penetrating hardwax oil or film finish such as polyurethane; sand uniformly to 180–220 grit and ease exposed edges.
Notable Features
Strong color contrast, stable laminated construction, attractive natural variation, and moderate walnut luster.