Most likely Douglas-fir; alternatives include larch or another resinous softwood.
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood (conifer).
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood (conifer).
- Origin
- Native to western North America, especially the Pacific Northwest and inland mountain regions.
- Hardness
- Janka about 660 lbf — Soft classification.
- Durability
- Slightly durable: heartwood has limited decay resistance and is vulnerable to prolonged moisture, rot, and insects.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, narrow, vertical grain with pronounced earlywood/latewood bands; likely flat-sawn or moderately rift-sawn. No obvious decorative figure.
Color & Appearance
Honey-orange to reddish-brown heartwood with lighter sapwood and strong annual-ring contrast; warm amber darkening and increased patina are typical with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka about 660 lbf — Soft classification.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable: heartwood has limited decay resistance and is vulnerable to prolonged moisture, rot, and insects.
Value & Age
Approximately $3–$8 per board foot for ordinary clear/dimension stock; select vertical-grain material 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
- Not reliably determinable from one finished, coated face; the surface appears aged or amber-finished, but no secure age estimate is possible.
Common Uses
Framing, beams, flooring, doors, trim, furniture, cabinetry, plywood, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Native to western North America, especially the Pacific Northwest and inland mountain regions.
Workability
Cuts, planes, sands, glues, and fastens readily, though resin and alternating hard latewood can cause tearout or uneven sanding; predrilling is useful near edges.
Finish Recommendations
Seal with dewaxed shellac or sanding sealer, then use lacquer, oil, or polyurethane; conditioning or thin wash-coats help prevent uneven absorption.
Notable Features
Lightweight, stiff, strong for its weight, with distinct growth-ring contrast and a characteristic resinous odor when freshly worked.