American Hard Maple

Our American Hard Maple is FAS (First and Second) graded - the best and most expensive grade.

 

Kiln Dried

Generally supplied between 10 – 14% moisture content.
 

Square Edge

All boards have had all wane machined off.
 

Widths

100mm and wider up to about 240mm.
From stock – 26, 32, 38, 51, 65 & 76mm.
 

Thickness available - lengths

From 2 metres and longer up to about 4.2 metres.
 

Appearance

Sapwood is creamy white to off-white and can sometimes have a reddish tinge. Sometimes heartwood will have a dark brown streak. Close grained uniform texture.
 

Uses

  • Furniture
  • Flooring
  • Athletic floors
  • Bowling alleys
  • Cabinet making
  • Shop fitting
  • Work tops

Working Properties

  • Hard to machine
  • Pre-bore nails and/or screws
  • Stains and polishes to a good finish
  • Good steam bending
  • Glues ok
  • Medium movement in service

Physical properties

  • Hard, heavy and strong
  • High bending & crushing strength
  • Medium stiffness

Durability

Non-durable.
 
American Hard Maple
American Hard Maple
American Hard Maple - Finished