American Black Walnut (or potentially Asian Walnut/Acacia given flooring market trends, but visually consistent with Black Walnut)
Juglans nigra · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1,010 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Durable (Good decay resistance, though sapwood is susceptible to insect attack)
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Grain Pattern
Generally straight to irregular grain with cathedral patterns from flat-sawing, featuring occasional knots and natural character marks.
Color & Appearance
Rich dark brown to lighter pale yellowish-brown sapwood, displaying notable color variation typical of character-grade flooring, with medium natural luster.
Hardness (Janka)
1,010 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable (Good decay resistance, though sapwood is susceptible to insect attack)
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $8.00 to $15.00+ per board foot for lumber; higher for finished flooring.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated 5 to 15 years old (modern pre-finished or site-finished residential flooring with light surface wear).
- Sustainability Status
- Least Concern (IUCN), widely available, not listed on CITES appendices.
Common Uses
Flooring, fine furniture, cabinetry, architectural millwork, and gunstocks.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Exceptional workability; easy to hand and machine tool, glues, stains, and finishes very well.
Finish Recommendations
Accepts a wide range of finishes including polyurethane, oils, and lacquers exceptionally well.
Notable Features
Prized for its rich, dark color and shock resistance. Contains moderate amounts of natural oils.
Notes
Solarium 5