Most likely coast redwood; alternatives include giant sequoia or another red-barked conifer.
Sequoia sempervirens (probable) · Softwood (gymnosperm/conifer); likely urban-removal wood.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood (gymnosperm/conifer); likely urban-removal wood.
- Origin
- Coastal northern and central California into southwestern Oregon; widely planted ornamentally elsewhere.
- Hardness
- About 450 lbf Janka; Very Soft.
- Durability
- Durable heartwood, with good resistance to decay and moderate insect resistance; sapwood is substantially less durable.
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Grain Pattern
Face grain appears mostly straight, coarse, and longitudinal, with irregular knotty areas; the cut surfaces are too distant to confirm end-grain features or sawing pattern.
Color & Appearance
Bark is reddish-brown and fibrous; exposed wood appears pale tan to pinkish, possibly darkening toward reddish brown with light and oxidation. Figure and luster are not assessable from this image.
Hardness (Janka)
About 450 lbf Janka; Very Soft.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable heartwood, with good resistance to decay and moderate insect resistance; sapwood is substantially less durable.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$12 per board foot for ordinary clear or construction-grade redwood; figured or exceptionally clear stock can 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
- The tree appears mature, but the age of the cut wood cannot be determined from a photograph; stump-ring counting would be required.
Common Uses
Outdoor siding, decking, garden structures, fencing, beams, furniture, cabinetry, shingles, and ornamental planting.
Geographic Origin
Coastal northern and central California into southwestern Oregon; widely planted ornamentally elsewhere.
Workability
Very easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and fasten, though it dents readily and can split near edges; tannins may discolor fasteners or finishes.
Finish Recommendations
For exterior use, use a penetrating oil or film-forming exterior coating with end-grain sealer; indoors, shellac, lacquer, oil, or polyurethane work well after thorough sanding.
Notable Features
Lightweight, dimensionally stable, aromatic when freshly cut, and naturally decay-resistant; prominent fibrous bark is characteristic.
