Description

• Color: Sapwood ranges from creamy white to light reddish-brown, while heartwood is a darker reddish-brown. It is known for its bright, clean, and often pale appearance.
• Grain & Texture: Features a fine, consistent, and mostly straight grain. It can sometimes have wavy, curly, or birdseye figures.
• Hardness & Durability: With a Janka rating of 1,450 lbf (for Hard Maple), it is very hard, heavy, and durable, making it resistant to abrasion.
• Workability: Generally easy to work with, though its density can challenge tools. It finishes, stains, and polishes well. 

• Flooring: High-traffic areas, sports courts, and bowling alleys.
• Furniture & Cabinets: Modern, durable, and high-end furniture.
• Other Uses: Butcher blocks, musical instruments (violin backs), and tool handles.