Soft Maple
$8.00/bf
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Soft Maple is a commercial name used to make a distinction between soft and hard maple varieties and includes multiple varieties. The varieties sold under this name may vary by area and business. Soft Maple is easy to work with, accepts finish and paint well, and is a hardwood despite the name. Since it has a lower density than hard maple it is generally easier to use machines on this wood.
Wood Characteristics
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- Wood Type: temperate hardwood
- Wood Texture: fine
- Grain Pattern: straight and close grain
- Janka Rating: 700-950
- Density: 0.54-0.63 specific gravity
- Color: Cream white to reddish brow
Typical Uses:
Furniture, flooring, architectural millwork, cabinetry, musical instruments, piano actions, turning, panels, general purpose hardwood, and more!
AVAILABLE AS:
Dimensional wood
Additional information
| ORIGIN | Eastern United States |
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| SCIENTIFIC NAME | This is a commercial name and includes multiple varieties. The varieties sold under this name may vary by area and business. |
| OTHER NAMES | Ambrosia Maple, Burl Maple, Carolina Red Maple, Curly Maple, Drummond Red Maple, Fiddleback Maple, Ghost Maple, Maple, Red Maple, Scarlet Maple, Spalted Maple, Swamp Maple, Tiger Maple, Water Maple |
| TREE FACTS | Diameter: 2-4 ft |