Likely soft maple; red maple or silver maple are plausible alternatives. The image is insufficient for a definitive species identification.
Acer rubrum or Acer saccharinum (tentative) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Red and silver maples are native to eastern North America.
- Hardness
- About 950 lbf for red maple or 700 lbf for silver maple; medium or soft, respectively.
- Durability
- Slightly durable; untreated maple is susceptible to decay and insect attack, especially outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine, diffuse grain with subtle cathedral figure on the left; no distinctive figured pattern is apparent. The board appears flat-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan with little visible heartwood–sapwood contrast; surface looks weathered or dusty, so original color and luster are unclear.
Hardness (Janka)
About 950 lbf for red maple or 700 lbf for silver maple; medium or soft, respectively.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable; untreated maple is susceptible to decay and insect attack, especially outdoors.
Value & Age
Roughly US$3–8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried lumber; local prices and grade vary.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably estimated from this view; surface wear and discoloration do not establish the wood's age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinets, interior trim, flooring, turning, and utility construction.
Geographic Origin
Red and silver maples are native to eastern North America.
Workability
Generally machines and glues well; soft maple is easier to work than hard maple. Sharp tools help limit tearout, and predrilling is useful near edges.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and apply a compatible clear varnish, lacquer, or oil; test first because pale maple can finish unevenly or blotch.
Notable Features
Maple has fine, even texture; this sample shows no clear identifying end grain, figure, or other species-specific feature.