Likely black walnut; alternatives include other walnut species or dark-stained/aged hardwood.
Likely Juglans nigra · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America, especially the central and eastern United States.
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf — Medium
- Durability
- Moderately Durable; heartwood has some decay and insect resistance, but is not weatherproof.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to irregular grain with broad cathedral-like figure, consistent with flat-sawn stock; no clear special figure.
Color & Appearance
The exposed face is medium brown with darker streaks and a weathered, oxidized surface; walnut heartwood often darkens with age, while sapwood is paler. Sapwood and luster cannot be reliably assessed from this image.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf — Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable; heartwood has some decay and insect resistance, but is not weatherproof.
Value & Age
Common kiln-dried walnut lumber often ranges roughly $8–$18 per board foot; grade, dimensions, and region strongly affect 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 be estimated from appearance alone; surface weathering indicates exposure or wear, not a reliable age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, veneer, gunstocks, turning, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America, especially the central and eastern United States.
Workability
Generally machines, sands, glues, and finishes well; irregular grain may tear out during planing. Pre-drilling is useful near edges.
Finish Recommendations
Clean and sand to fresh wood, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; test first because the weathered surface may finish unevenly.
Notable Features
Walnut is valued for its brown heartwood, attractive figure, and good stability; this worn surface obscures its natural color.
