Likely Douglas-fir; ponderosa pine or another western conifer are alternatives. The rough, weathered split surface limits reliable species identification.
Pseudotsuga menziesii (likely) · Softwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Native to western North America, from British Columbia through the Pacific Northwest and into parts of the Rocky Mountains and northern Mexico.
- Hardness
- Approximately 660 lbf; Soft (commonly cited Douglas-fir value; varies by source and material).
- Durability
- Slightly Durable to Moderately Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance, while sapwood is vulnerable to insects and rot, especially outdoors untreated.
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Grain Pattern
Coarse, mostly straight longitudinal grain with irregular checks and splits; the image does not show enough clean surface to determine sawn orientation or figure.
Color & Appearance
Exposed wood is golden tan to orange-brown with darker weathered bark and oxidation; fresh heartwood is typically yellowish to reddish brown, with paler sapwood.
Hardness (Janka)
Approximately 660 lbf; Soft (commonly cited Douglas-fir value; varies by source and material).
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable to Moderately Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance, while sapwood is vulnerable to insects and rot, especially outdoors untreated.
Value & Age
Roughly US$3–8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; grade, region, dimensions, and whether reclaimed can change this substantially.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be estimated from this image; weathering and cracking indicate exposure, not the tree’s age or time since cutting.
Common Uses
Framing, structural lumber, beams, flooring, doors, cabinetry, veneer, and paper pulp.
Geographic Origin
Native to western North America, from British Columbia through the Pacific Northwest and into parts of the Rocky Mountains and northern Mexico.
Workability
Machines and glues well, though knots and irregular grain can tear out; resin may build up on blades. Predrilling helps reduce splitting near ends.
Finish Recommendations
Sand to a consistent surface and use a compatible sealer, oil, lacquer, or polyurethane; resinous knots may need sealing before topcoating.
Notable Features
Typically has a resinous scent when freshly cut, pronounced earlywood/latewood contrast, and good strength relative to weight.