Likely red oak flooring; the narrow baseboard may be a different wood or composite.
Quercus rubra (likely; flooring species cannot be confirmed from this photo alone) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Red oak is native to eastern and central North America.
- Hardness
- Red oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
- Durability
- Moderately durable; heartwood has some decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly irregular grain with visible cathedral-like arches, consistent with plainsawn flooring; no distinctive figure is apparent.
Color & Appearance
Warm reddish-brown floor with lighter streaks; the baseboard is pale cream. Finish and lighting affect the apparent color; oak typically darkens or warms with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Red oak: about 1,290 lbf (Hard).
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately durable; heartwood has some decay resistance, while sapwood is less resistant to insects and rot.
Value & Age
Typical unfinished red oak lumber is roughly $5–$10 per board foot retail; installed flooring value varies by grade and region.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably estimable from this installed, finished view; visible wear and patina are insufficient to date it.
Common Uses
Flooring, furniture, cabinetry, trim, doors, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Red oak is native to eastern and central North America.
Workability
Machines and finishes well, though coarse pores may need filling for a smooth finish; predrilling helps avoid splitting near edges.
Finish Recommendations
For refinishing, sand evenly and apply a compatible sealer with water- or oil-based polyurethane; test stain on an inconspicuous area.
Notable Features
Open pores and prominent grain are characteristic of oak; the floor appears to have a clear or lightly tinted finish.
