Medium, based primarily on the rich dark brown color profile and typical grain presentation confidenceIdentify wood
Black Walnut
Juglans nigra · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly irregular grain with a medium texture
Color & Appearance
Rich dark brown to purplish-brown heartwood with paler yellowish-grey sapwood, exhibiting a moderate natural luster
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $8.00 to $15.00 per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated several decades old, indicated by oxidation and surface patina
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices, evaluated as least concern on the IUCN Red List, widely available from domestic sources
Common Uses
Fine furniture, cabinetry, architectural millwork, gunstocks, and veneer
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Exceptional workability with both hand and machine tools, glues and finishes well, holds screws and nails securely
Finish Recommendations
Takes oil, lacquer, shellac, and polyurethane finishes exceptionally well
Notable Features
Prized for its rich color and stability, highly stable dimensional properties after drying
Identified August 27, 2026
