Most likely Black locust; alternatives include honey locust or a weathered oak.
Robinia pseudoacacia · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Native to the central and eastern United States; widely planted and naturalized elsewhere in North America and Europe.
- Hardness
- 1,700 lbf Janka — Hard.
- Durability
- Very Durable; heartwood is highly resistant to decay and insects, especially outdoors, though sapwood is less resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Usually straight to interlocked, with prominent annual rings; this round shows plain-sawn growth-ring contrast and no distinctive decorative figure.
Color & Appearance
Fresh heartwood is yellow-green to golden brown, often darkening brown with light; sapwood is pale yellow. The image appears desaturated and weathered, limiting color diagnosis.
Hardness (Janka)
1,700 lbf Janka — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; heartwood is highly resistant to decay and insects, especially outdoors, though sapwood is less resistant.
Value & Age
Approximately $6–15 per board foot for usable clear lumber; irregular or green rounds are usually worth substantially less.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Tree age appears roughly 30–50 years from the visible rings, but the sample’s harvest or storage age cannot be determined.
Common Uses
Fence posts, exterior structures, decking, flooring, furniture, tool handles, turning, and firewood.
Geographic Origin
Native to the central and eastern United States; widely planted and naturalized elsewhere in North America and Europe.
Workability
Machines and turns well but is very hard and can blunt tools; interlocked grain may tear out. Pre-drilling is advisable, and gluing is generally reliable on prepared surfaces.
Finish Recommendations
Allow thorough drying, sand evenly, and use penetrating oil, exterior stain, varnish, or polyurethane; end-seal the round to reduce checking.
Notable Features
Very dense, heavy, strong, and exceptionally durable; fresh wood may show a mild, distinctive odor and yellow-gold coloration.