Not sure what wood, it was in the truck when I bought it in February, possibly red oak if there is such a thing. Was pretty red when I coated with linseed oil, so I stained it with red mahogony. In two or 3 months I will give it several coats with polyurathane that has pecan stain mixed right in it. I know what it will look like because I just refinished my farm house kitchen table and a dresser this winter with the same process.
