Likely Eastern red cedar; alternatives include arborvitae or another weathered conifer
Juniperus virginiana · Softwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Plains and southeastern/eastern United States
- Hardness
- About 900 lbf Janka; Medium
- Durability
- Durable to Very Durable; heartwood is naturally resistant to decay and insects, though this exposed section is extensively deteriorated
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, fine-textured grain; exposed surface is severely weathered, split, and irregular, obscuring normal figure
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is typically pinkish red to reddish brown, often darkening with oxidation; sapwood is narrow, pale cream to gray-brown. The pictured wood is heavily silvered and darkened
Hardness (Janka)
About 900 lbf Janka; Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable to Very Durable; heartwood is naturally resistant to decay and insects, though this exposed section is extensively deteriorated
Value & Age
Sound, clear boards commonly about $8–$20 per board foot; this damaged material has negligible lumber value
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Tree age and sample age cannot be determined from bark damage; the exposed weathering likely represents multiple years of outdoor exposure
Common Uses
Closet lining, chests, furniture, fence posts, shingles, poles, small craft, and aromatic cabinetry
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Plains and southeastern/eastern United States
Workability
Generally easy to saw, plane, sand, glue, and finish; knots, softness, brittleness, and degraded fibers can cause tearout and crumbling
Finish Recommendations
For sound wood, use a light sanding followed by oil, shellac, lacquer, or clear polyurethane; seal end grain carefully. Remove all loose, punky material first
Notable Features
Distinctive cedar aroma, lightweight construction, fine texture, and reddish heartwood; the image shows bark inclusion, checking, insect/weather damage, and possible compartmentalized woundwood