Most likely ash (possibly white ash); alternatives include hickory or maple.
Likely Fraxinus americana; alternatives Carya spp. or Acer spp. · Hardwood; apparently freshly worked, pale sapwood-dominant stock.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; apparently freshly worked, pale sapwood-dominant stock.
- Origin
- White ash is native to eastern and central North America; related ash species occur across North America and Europe.
- Hardness
- White ash: about 1,320 lbf, Hard. Hickory would be roughly 1,880–2,140 lbf; maple about 1,450 lbf.
- Durability
- Slightly durable; ash heartwood has limited decay resistance and is vulnerable to insects and outdoor weathering.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight grain with pronounced flowing, wavy/interlocked figure and a narrow irregular dark line; likely tangentially sawn. No clear end-grain view is provided.
Color & Appearance
Cream to pale yellow-beige with subtle brown streaking and satin luster; little heartwood is visible. It may amber slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
White ash: about 1,320 lbf, Hard. Hickory would be roughly 1,880–2,140 lbf; maple about 1,450 lbf.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable; ash heartwood has limited decay resistance and is vulnerable to insects and outdoor weathering.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$10 per board foot for ordinary ash; figured or exceptionally clear material may cost more.
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 reliably estimated; the clean, bright surface and sharp tooling suggest recently cut or freshly resurfaced wood.
Common Uses
Tool handles, furniture, flooring, cabinetry, baseball bats, turned objects, and bent components.
Geographic Origin
White ash is native to eastern and central North America; related ash species occur across North America and Europe.
Workability
Machines, sands, glues, and fastens well, though interlocked grain can tear out during planing and may blunt tools moderately.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively to 180–220 grit, seal evenly, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; a wash coat can reduce uneven absorption.
Notable Features
Strong, resilient, shock-resistant wood with attractive flowing grain and good steam-bending behavior.
