Most likely Douglas fir; alternatives include larch or another softwood.
Pseudotsuga menziesii · Softwood (conifer)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood (conifer)
- Origin
- Native to western North America, especially the Pacific Northwest and interior mountain regions.
- Hardness
- Janka about 660 lbf — Soft.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance and is not highly resistant to insects or prolonged weathering.
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Grain Pattern
End-grain cross-section with prominent annual rings, abrupt earlywood/latewood contrast, and small knots; likely flat-sawn timber.
Color & Appearance
Pale yellow-brown to pinkish tan with darker latewood bands; generally low luster, aging toward warmer orange-brown.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka about 660 lbf — Soft.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited decay resistance and is not highly resistant to insects or prolonged weathering.
Value & Age
Approximately $2–$6 per board foot for common clear or construction-grade stock; figured or old-growth 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 from this end-grain image; visible rings indicate a mature tree, not the sample’s age.
Common Uses
Framing, beams, flooring, doors, furniture, veneer, plywood, and utility construction.
Geographic Origin
Native to western North America, especially the Pacific Northwest and interior mountain regions.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though resin, knots, and pronounced grain can cause tear-out; glues, nails, and screws readily.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly, seal porous end grain, then use oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; stains may appear uneven without conditioner.
Notable Features
Lightweight, strong for its weight, aromatic resinous character, and conspicuous growth-ring contrast.
