Most likely ash (possibly white ash); alternatives include hickory or oak.
Fraxinus americana (probable) · Hardwood; temperate North American species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; temperate North American species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- White ash: approximately 1,320 lbf Janka—Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly durable; limited resistance to decay, insects, and outdoor weathering when unfinished.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, coarse, open-grained, with prominent annual-growth lines and mild cathedral/striped figure; appears flat-sawn or plain-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan heartwood and sapwood with subtle gray-brown streaking; moderate luster and little natural chatoyance. It typically darkens slightly with age and UV exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
White ash: approximately 1,320 lbf Janka—Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable; limited resistance to decay, insects, and outdoor weathering when unfinished.
Value & Age
Approximately $5–$10 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried white ash; premium figured stock costs 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
- Cannot be reliably estimated from this image; the clean, pale surface appears recently machined rather than substantially aged.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, baseball bats, tool handles, interior millwork, veneer, and turned objects.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Machines, sands, glues, nails, and screws well, though its coarse pores can produce tearout and require grain filling for a smooth finish.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively and consider pore filling before lacquer or polyurethane; penetrating oil gives a warmer, more contrasted appearance.
Notable Features
Strong, elastic, shock-resistant wood with conspicuous earlywood/latewood contrast and a characteristic open pore structure.