Most likely Eastern red cedar; alternatives include aromatic red cedar or another Juniperus species.
Juniperus virginiana · Softwood; domestic aromatic conifer.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood; domestic aromatic conifer.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
- Hardness
- About 900 lbf Janka; Medium under the requested scale.
- Durability
- Durable outdoors, with good natural resistance to decay and many insects; heartwood is considerably more durable than sapwood.
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Grain Pattern
Usually straight to slightly irregular, with pronounced longitudinal streaking and localized swirling around knots; this appears live-edge and partly slabbed.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is muted reddish-brown to salmon, with pale cream sapwood; the exposed surface appears weathered and silver-gray, while the reddish bark-side zones retain color.
Hardness (Janka)
About 900 lbf Janka; Medium under the requested scale.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable outdoors, with good natural resistance to decay and many insects; heartwood is considerably more durable than sapwood.
Value & Age
Rough live-edge material commonly about US$8–25 per board foot, varying greatly with dryness, width, figure, and provenance.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Tree age cannot be determined from the photograph; the slab appears recently cut or weathered rather than demonstrably antique.
Common Uses
Chests and closet lining, rustic furniture, siding, fence posts, small boats, carvings, turning, and aromatic products.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the eastern United States and adjacent Canada.
Workability
Generally easy to saw, plane, sand, glue, and finish; knots, resin, and irregular grain may cause localized tearout and blade dulling.
Finish Recommendations
Dry thoroughly, sand progressively, and use penetrating oil, shellac, lacquer, or clear polyurethane; test first because resinous areas can affect adhesion and sheen.
Notable Features
Distinctive cedar aroma, light weight, attractive reddish heartwood, and occasional knot or burl figure; the image shows strong natural edge character.
