Likely silver maple; alternatives include red maple or soft maple
Acer saccharinum (possibly Acer rubrum or Acer saccharum) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, Midwest, and eastern United States.
- Hardness
- Silver maple: about 750 lbf, Soft classification; red maple: about 950 lbf, Medium.
- Durability
- Non-durable; limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering, especially when exposed outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine-textured grain with prominent live edges, small knots, and irregular mineral/streak figure; likely flat-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Creamy white to pale tan sapwood and heartwood with subtle gray-brown streaking. Low to moderate luster; it generally yellows slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Silver maple: about 750 lbf, Soft classification; red maple: about 950 lbf, Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable; limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering, especially when exposed outdoors.
Value & Age
Approximately $5–15 per board foot for a modest live-edge slab; figured or kiln-dried stock 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
- The sample appears freshly milled or recently surfaced; the tree’s age cannot be estimated reliably from this board alone.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, interior trim, boxes, turning, veneer, pallets, and decorative live-edge slabs.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, Midwest, and eastern United States.
Workability
Generally easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and finish, though interlocked grain near knots can tear out. It is comparatively soft and can dent during handling.
Finish Recommendations
Sand carefully and use a clear oil, shellac, lacquer, or water/oil-based polyurethane; a washcoat or conditioner can reduce uneven absorption and blotching.
Notable Features
Light color, smooth fine texture, and attractive dark knot/mineral inclusions; maple’s diffuse-porous end grain is not clearly visible in this image.
