Likely maple; the pale, fairly uniform boards are consistent with soft maple. Poplar is a plausible alternative, especially given the gray-green streaking.
Acer spp. (likely Acer rubrum or another soft maple); alternatively Populus deltoides or related poplar · Hardwood (angiosperm)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (angiosperm)
- Origin
- Maples grow widely across eastern North America; red maple ranges broadly across eastern Canada and the United States.
- Hardness
- About 950 lbf for red maple; Medium. Species uncertainty affects the exact rating.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; untreated wood has limited decay and insect resistance, particularly outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine, and subdued, with broad irregular gray-brown mineral streaks; appears flat-sawn. No distinctive figured grain is visible.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light gray with darker gray-green streaks and scattered small marks; surface looks matte. Maple generally yellows with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
About 950 lbf for red maple; Medium. Species uncertainty affects the exact rating.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; untreated wood has limited decay and insect resistance, particularly outdoors.
Value & Age
Roughly US$3–8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; grade, location, and dimensions can shift prices.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably estimated from this image; no clear patina or wear indicators are visible.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, interior trim, flooring, plywood, and turned items.
Geographic Origin
Maples grow widely across eastern North America; red maple ranges broadly across eastern Canada and the United States.
Workability
Generally machines and sands well, though maple can burn, show machining marks, or tear out around irregular grain. Glue and fasten with standard methods.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and apply clear lacquer, polyurethane, or oil; test first because streaks and color variation may become more pronounced under finish.
Notable Features
Mineral streaks create the prominent gray discoloration; image provides no reliable evidence of scent or acoustic properties.