Most likely hard maple (sugar maple); soft maple is a possible alternative.
Acer saccharum (likely); soft maples include Acer rubrum and Acer saccharinum. · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Hard maple is native to eastern North America, especially the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- 1,450 lbf Janka — Hard.
- Durability
- Non-durable to slightly durable; susceptible to decay and insect attack when exposed to damp conditions.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine and diffuse-porous grain with subtle waviness; plain-sawn face shows faint cathedral-like variation. No distinctive figured pattern is visible.
Color & Appearance
Pale cream to light tan, with little visible heartwood–sapwood contrast and small knots. Typically ages toward a warmer yellow or amber; luster is modest.
Hardness (Janka)
1,450 lbf Janka — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Non-durable to slightly durable; susceptible to decay and insect attack when exposed to damp conditions.
Value & Age
Roughly US$5–12 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried hard maple; grade, thickness, and region affect price.
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 reliably estimate from this image; the board appears relatively clean and unfinished, with no clear patina or wear indicators.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, countertops, turning, carving, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Hard maple is native to eastern North America, especially the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Machines and finishes well, though figured grain can tear out; predrilling helps prevent splitting near edges. Glues readily and sands to a smooth surface.
Finish Recommendations
Sand progressively and apply oil, lacquer, shellac, or clear polyurethane; use a compatible sealer to reduce blotching with stain.
Notable Features
Fine, even texture and pale appearance; occasional bird’s-eye or curly figure occurs in some stock, but is not evident here.
