Most likely red oak; alternatives include northern red oak or southern red oak.
Quercus rubra (likely; exact oak species cannot be confirmed from one photograph) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America; widely grown in the northeastern, Appalachian, Great Lakes, and southern regions.
- Hardness
- Janka approximately 1,290 lbf — Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited rot and insect resistance, especially outdoors or in contact with moisture.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, coarse grain with prominent earlywood pores and subtle cathedral variation; appears flat-sawn, with no distinctive decorative figure.
Color & Appearance
Salmon-pink to reddish-brown heartwood with pale gray-tan sapwood; moderate luster. It typically darkens and browns with oxidation and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka approximately 1,290 lbf — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; heartwood has limited rot and insect resistance, especially outdoors or in contact with moisture.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$8 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried red oak; this rough, green piece has substantially lower practical 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
- The log appears freshly cut or only recently exposed; no reliable indication of the tree’s age or board age is visible.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, interior trim, pallets, veneer, and general construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America; widely grown in the northeastern, Appalachian, Great Lakes, and southern regions.
Workability
Machines and sands reasonably well, though coarse pores and interlocked areas can tear out; glues, screws, and finishes well. Open pores require filling for a smooth finish.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer followed by oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; pore filler improves smoothness. Allow green wood to dry carefully to limit checking.
Notable Features
Distinctive open-pored oak end grain, visible medullary rays, moderate weight, and characteristic reddish coloration.
