Most likely Western red cedar; alternatives include eastern white cedar or pressure-weathered softwood.
Thuja plicata (likely); alternatives: Thuja occidentalis or another aged conifer. · Softwood; apparently reclaimed/weathered exterior lumber.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood; apparently reclaimed/weathered exterior lumber.
- Origin
- Pacific Northwest and coastal western North America, from British Columbia into northern California.
- Hardness
- About 350 lbf Janka—Very Soft.
- Durability
- Durable naturally, especially the heartwood, with good resistance to decay and insects; prolonged wet exposure still causes surface checking and erosion.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, vertical grain with coarse longitudinal checking and weather-eroded earlywood/latewood contrast; no visible decorative figure.
Color & Appearance
Originally likely reddish-brown heartwood with paler sapwood; ultraviolet exposure and weathering have produced silver-gray surfaces with remaining red-brown streaks and low luster.
Hardness (Janka)
About 350 lbf Janka—Very Soft.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable naturally, especially the heartwood, with good resistance to decay and insects; prolonged wet exposure still causes surface checking and erosion.
Value & Age
Weathered/reclaimed material: roughly $2–$6 per board foot; new clear cedar commonly costs 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
- The wood’s chronological age cannot be determined from the photograph; surface weathering suggests several years or more outdoors.
Common Uses
Siding, shingles, fencing, outdoor furniture, decking, garden structures, and trim.
Geographic Origin
Pacific Northwest and coastal western North America, from British Columbia into northern California.
Workability
Very easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and fasten, though brittle weathered fibers may crumble and tear out; use sharp tools.
Finish Recommendations
Clean and abrade to sound fibers; use a penetrating exterior oil or semi-transparent stain, or leave unfinished for continued graying.
Notable Features
Lightweight, aromatic, dimensionally stable, and naturally oily; pronounced checking and silver patina are characteristic of outdoor cedar.
