Likely birch; yellow birch is a plausible match. Alder is a secondary possibility, but the photo does not support a firm species-level identification.
Likely Betula alleghaniensis (yellow birch); genus-level identification is uncertain. · Hardwood (deciduous).
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (deciduous).
- Origin
- Yellow birch is native to eastern North America, particularly the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.
- Hardness
- Yellow birch: about 1,260 lbf, Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
End grain shows diffuse-porous growth with fine, closely spaced rings; face grain and any distinctive figure are not visible enough to assess.
Color & Appearance
Cut surface is pale tan to gray-brown with darker ring lines; bark is dark and rough. Freshly exposed birch commonly darkens toward warm reddish-brown with age and light exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
Yellow birch: about 1,260 lbf, Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
Value & Age
Roughly US$5–12 per board foot for common kiln-dried birch lumber; grade 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 be reliably estimated from the image; visible growth rings indicate years of growth, not the log’s age or time since cutting.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, veneer, plywood, turned objects, and pulp.
Geographic Origin
Yellow birch is native to eastern North America, particularly the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though dense material can burn, tear out, or move during drying; predrill near edges for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and use a clear oil, lacquer, or polyurethane; a conditioner or washcoat can help prevent blotchy stain absorption.
Notable Features
The cross-section has visible annual rings and a small dark hole near the bark; no scent or special figure can be established from the photo.