Most likely Northern Red Oak; alternatives include Black Oak or other red-oak-group species.
Quercus rubra (tentative) · Hardwood (deciduous)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (deciduous)
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Great Lakes regions.
- Hardness
- Janka about 1,290 lbf — Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited rot and insect resistance and is unsuitable for prolonged weather exposure without protection.
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Grain Pattern
Not directly visible; red oak typically has straight, coarse grain with prominent rays, commonly cathedral figure when flat-sawn.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is pinkish tan to reddish brown; sapwood is nearly white to gray-brown. It darkens and warms modestly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka about 1,290 lbf — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited rot and insect resistance and is unsuitable for prolonged weather exposure without protection.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$10 per board foot for common kiln-dried clear lumber; figured or wide stock may cost 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
- Not estimable from this living-tree photograph; bark indicates a mature tree, not the age of a wood sample.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, interior millwork, veneer, barrels, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the northeastern and Great Lakes regions.
Workability
Machines and sands well, though coarse grain can tear out during planing. It holds fasteners well but may require predrilling; glue performance is generally good.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer followed by oil, shellac, lacquer, or polyurethane; water-based finishes can emphasize grain raising, so pre-raise and sand fibers.
Notable Features
Distinctive deeply furrowed bark and lobed leaves with pointed bristle tips support red oak-group identification; wood has open pores and strong ray fleck on quarter-sawn boards.
