Additional information
| Board Width (inches) | 1 1/2", 2 1/4", 3 1/4", 3", 4", 5", 6" |
|---|---|
| grades | #3 Common, Character, First Grade, Select & Better, #1 Common & Better, Second & Better |
Maple
Attributes
Hard maple is also called sugar maple, hence its scientific name, “Acer saccharum.” Maple’s sapwood is pale to creamy white, whereas its heartwood is creamy white to light reddish brown. Maple has a very subdued, closed grain with moderate figuring and uniform texture. A durable species that is native to North America, Maple is is twice as hard as Douglas Fir and 6% harder than White Oak.
Ideal For
Because of its lighter color, it is a frequent choice for contemporary architectural styles and flooring. Sugar Maple is also a popular choice for musical instruments, bowling alleys, butcher blocks, and baseball bats.
Janka Hardness
1450
Available Widths
1 1/2″, 2 1/4″, 3″, 3 1/4″, 4″, 5″, 6″
Thickness
3/4″
Flooring Grades
Select & Better, First Grade, #1 Common & Better, Second & Better, Character, #3 Common
For more information about Maple please give us a call at 478.405.2299
