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Hard Maple

Mostly straight grain, some may have a wavy grain. Fine even texture. The sapwood is used rather than heartwood due to its creamy and even appearance. Sapwood color ranges from nearly white to and off-white cream color. Not rot or insect resistant. Extremely dense, and can be difficult to machine, especially in comparison to soft maple.

Grades:

  • FAS
  • SEL/Btr
  • #1

Available Dimensions:

  • 4/4
  • 5/4
  • 6/4
  • 8/4

aPPLICATIONS:

High wear items like Flooring, veneer, musical instruments, cutting boards, butcher blocks, workbenches, baseball bats, and other turned objects.

ALSO CONSIDER

Cherry

  • FAS
  • Red 2 Face
  • Curly
Generally straight grain, some have curly grain patterns, Heartwood is light pinkish brown when cut, then darkens with time and exposure to light. Sapwood is pale yellowish color. Common for most to have some sapwood along the outer edges. Durable and resistant to rot, however not generally used in exterior applications. Machines well. Some issues when staining.

Thickness:

  • 4/4
  • 5/4
  • +5

Peruvian Walnut

  • Prime
Grain is usually straight, but can be irregular. Has a medium to coarse texture. Heartwood tends to be darker than temperate walnut species, with a deep chocolate brown color, sometimes with a purplish hue. Peruvian Walnut is rated as moderately durable in terms of decay resistance, though it is susceptible to insect attack. Typically easy to work provided the grain is straight and regular.

Thickness:

  • 4/4

Eastern White Pine

  • C/Btr
  • D/Btr
  • SEL/Btr
  • +1
Grain is straight with an even, medium texture. Heartwood is a light brown, sometimes with a slightly reddish hue, sapwood is pale yellow to nearly white. Color tends to darken with age. Moderate to low rot resistance. Easy to work with both hand and machine tools, glues and finishes well.

Thickness:

  • 4/4
  • 5/4
  • +1

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