High, confirmed by the distinctive rich brown heartwood contrasting with lighter sapwood and characteristic diffuse-porous grain pattern confidenceIdentify wood
Black Walnut
Juglans nigra · Hardwood
- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 1010 lbf (Medium)
- Durability
- Durable
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Grain Pattern
Straight to slightly irregular grain with a medium texture
Color & Appearance
Rich dark brown to purplish-black heartwood with a pale yellowish-white sapwood, exhibiting moderate natural luster
Hardness (Janka)
1010 lbf (Medium)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 8 to 15 dollars per board foot
- Wood Age Estimate
- Estimated to be moderately aged, around 10 to 30 years based on surface oxidation and patina
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices, IUCN Least Concern, widely available and sustainably harvested in North America
Common Uses
Fine furniture, cabinetry, architectural millwork, gunstocks, and interior paneling
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Excellent workability with both hand and machine tools, glues, stains, and finishes very well, though prone to occasional tearout on figured sections
Finish Recommendations
Takes oil, varnish, lacquer, and shellac exceptionally well to highlight its deep natural grain
Notable Features
Renowned for its rich color stability, shock resistance, and pleasant aromatic scent during machining
Identified August 24, 2026
