Most likely American black walnut; alternatives include English walnut or light-toned mahogany.
Juglans nigra · Hardwood; North American temperate species.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; North American temperate species.
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Canada.
- Hardness
- About 1,010 lbf Janka; Medium hardness.
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has reasonable decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine-to-medium textured grain with subtle cathedral and mild wavy figure; appears flat-sawn, without prominent burl or curl.
Color & Appearance
Light brown to muted gray-brown heartwood with faint purplish warmth and little visible sapwood. Walnut typically darkens and gains richer amber-brown tones with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
About 1,010 lbf Janka; Medium hardness.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has reasonable decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
Value & Age
Approximately $8–$18 per board foot for clear walnut lumber; highly figured or wide stock costs more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably datable from this photograph; the clean surface and limited patina suggest recently milled or lightly aged stock.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, veneer, gunstocks, flooring, architectural millwork, turning, and specialty joinery.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the United States and southern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines, sands, glues, and finishes well; sharp tools are recommended, with occasional tearout around changing grain.
Finish Recommendations
Apply sanding sealer followed by oil, shellac, lacquer, or clear polyurethane; an oil finish will emphasize warmth and grain depth.
Notable Features
Fine texture, attractive understated figure, good dimensional stability, and a characteristic walnut luster when finished.