Likely beech; ash or another diffuse-porous hardwood are alternatives. The image shows a weathered, sawn surface, not enough anatomy for a definitive species ID.
Fagus grandifolia (American beech); uncertain · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- American beech is native to eastern North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- 1,300 lbf; Hard (American beech, approximate).
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; untreated beech has limited resistance to decay and outdoor exposure.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly irregular grain; rough-sawn face obscures finer figure. No distinctive quarter-sawn flecking is apparent.
Color & Appearance
Aged surface appears gray-brown and weathered; fresh heartwood is typically pale reddish-brown, with lighter sapwood. Surface oxidation masks natural color and luster.
Hardness (Janka)
1,300 lbf; Hard (American beech, approximate).
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; untreated beech has limited resistance to decay and outdoor exposure.
Value & Age
Roughly US$4–8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried stock; grade, location, and dimensions affect price.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot reliably estimate from the image; weathering indicates exposure, not the tree’s age or the sample’s exact age.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, veneer, turning, tool handles, and interior joinery.
Geographic Origin
American beech is native to eastern North America, especially the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though its hardness requires sharp tools; predrill near edges to reduce splitting. It glues and finishes well when properly dried.
Finish Recommendations
For interior use, sand to clean wood and apply oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; seal promptly because beech can absorb finish unevenly.
Notable Features
Fine, even texture and good steam-bending properties; the visible surface is too weathered to assess scent or precise figure.