Likely oak; white oak is a tentative best guess. Red oak and other ring-porous hardwoods are alternatives.
Quercus sp.; species cannot be determined reliably from this image. · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- If oak, likely North America; exact species and source region cannot be inferred from the photo.
- Hardness
- Oak varies by species: white oak about 1,360 lbf and northern red oak about 1,290 lbf; both are Hard.
- Durability
- White oak heartwood is Durable; red oak is generally Slightly Durable. Species and heartwood proportion are uncertain.
Got a wood sample like this?
Identify any wood from a photo, free.
Grain Pattern
The cut end shows distinct annual rings and a ring-porous pattern; bark obscures the face grain, and no special figure is visible.
Color & Appearance
Freshly cut wood appears pale tan to gray-brown with a darker reddish-brown outer band. Surface color may darken or gray with exposure; heartwood and sapwood are not clearly separable here.
Hardness (Janka)
Oak varies by species: white oak about 1,360 lbf and northern red oak about 1,290 lbf; both are Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
White oak heartwood is Durable; red oak is generally Slightly Durable. Species and heartwood proportion are uncertain.
Value & Age
Rough, green logs commonly have highly local pricing; approximately $1–$5 per board foot as a broad, grade-dependent estimate.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Age of the tree or time since cutting cannot be estimated reliably from this image.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, veneer, barrels, construction, and firewood.
Geographic Origin
If oak, likely North America; exact species and source region cannot be inferred from the photo.
Workability
Oak machines and glues well, though its prominent pores can splinter and end grain may need extra sanding; green wood will shrink and check as it dries.
Finish Recommendations
After drying, sand and apply oil, varnish, or polyurethane; use a pore filler for a smooth, glossy finish.
Notable Features
Visible annual rings and large earlywood pores suggest a ring-porous hardwood; no reliable scent or other species-specific feature is visible.
