Most likely Sugar Maple (alternative: Silver Maple or another pale maple)
Acer saccharum · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes and northeastern United States and Canada.
- Hardness
- 1,450 lbf Janka — Hard
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; generally susceptible to decay, insects, and outdoor weathering without protection.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine and even grain with a prominent oval knot or natural figure; likely flat-sawn. No bird’s-eye or curly figure is evident.
Color & Appearance
Very pale cream to light tan heartwood and sapwood with subtle reddish-brown variation. Typically has a restrained satin luster and yellows slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,450 lbf Janka — Hard
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; generally susceptible to decay, insects, and outdoor weathering without protection.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$8 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried maple; figured or premium stock can cost substantially 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
- The sample appears freshly worked or lightly aged; visible surface wear is insufficient to establish an age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, butcher blocks, trim, turning, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes and northeastern United States and Canada.
Workability
Machines, sands, glues, and finishes well, though its hardness can dull tools and burning or tearout may occur around knots.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer followed by clear lacquer, shellac, or water- or oil-based polyurethane. A clear finish preserves its light color; oil will warm and darken it.
Notable Features
Dense, pale, fine-textured wood with good wear resistance; the oval feature appears to be a knot or localized grain disturbance.
