Hard Maple Hardwood Option from Unique Spiral Stairs
The following is acceptable for interior use
Hard Maple
| Sources | North America |
|---|---|
| Other Names | Sugar Maple &l Rock Maple |
| Characteristics | A very pale sapwood to a dark brown heart wood. The texture is very even and fine. Weight is medium to heavy. Density is hard. |
| Milling | Plans and cuts easily with minimal chipping. |
| Shaping | Keeps a great edge and can be routed into profiles without any problems. |
| Finishing | Finishes to a superb lustre. Wax will not sink into the grain, so you're better off building up a surface finish. |
| Key Uses | Furniture, cabinet making, interior trim, flooring & butcher blocks. |
| Comments | One of the most commonly used New England hardwoods. Is always readily available in lengths, widths & thicknesses. The figured woods are in high demand and are usually more costly. |
