Most likely spalted silver maple; alternatives include red maple or another soft maple.
Acer saccharinum (likely); Acer rubrum possible · Hardwood; domestic North American species
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; domestic North American species
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially floodplains and wet lowlands.
- Hardness
- Silver maple: about 750 lbf, Soft classification; red maple: about 950 lbf, Medium.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; sapwood has limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly wavy grain with prominent irregular spalting, mineral streaking, and a live edge; likely flat-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Very pale cream sapwood with gray-brown mineral streaks and darker spalting lines; moderate luster. Maple generally ambers slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Silver maple: about 750 lbf, Soft classification; red maple: about 950 lbf, Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; sapwood has limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering.
Value & Age
Approximately $8–25 per board foot for attractive dry spalted slab material, varying greatly with size, moisture, and figure.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The board appears freshly milled or only lightly seasoned; visible bark and bright color suggest no reliable indication of age.
Common Uses
Furniture, decorative slabs, cabinetry, boxes, turning, carving, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially floodplains and wet lowlands.
Workability
Generally easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and finish; spalting may create softer areas and tearout, so use sharp tools and lighter passes.
Finish Recommendations
Dry thoroughly, sand progressively, and use dewaxed shellac or sanding sealer before oil, lacquer, or polyurethane to stabilize porous spalting.
Notable Features
Decorative spalting and gray mineral streaking create strong contrast; irregular grain adds visual movement.
