Likely soft maple (silver maple or red maple); exact species is uncertain from the image.
Acer saccharinum or Acer rubrum · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America; both candidate species grow widely in the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- Silver maple: about 700 lbf (Soft); red maple: about 950 lbf (Medium).
- Durability
- Non-durable to slightly durable; untreated wood has limited resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine and diffuse; broad pale face suggests flat-sawn stock, with subtle irregular figure and narrow dark mineral streaks or checks.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan with little visible heartwood–sapwood contrast. The gray-green and brown areas appear to be surface staining or weathering; maple may yellow with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Silver maple: about 700 lbf (Soft); red maple: about 950 lbf (Medium).
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable to slightly durable; untreated wood has limited resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
Value & Age
Roughly US$3–8 per board foot for common, kiln-dried maple; grade, dimensions, and region change the price.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot reliably date from the image; staining and surface wear alone do not establish the sample’s age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, millwork, turning, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America; both candidate species grow widely in the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and glues well; sharp tools help limit tearout and scorching. Pre-drill near edges to reduce splitting.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and use a clear lacquer, polyurethane, or oil; test stain first because pale maple can absorb color unevenly.
Notable Features
Fine, even texture; the dark lines may be mineral staining or checks rather than distinctive figure. Image does not show a clear end-grain view.
