Most likely hard maple (sugar maple); alternative: soft maple such as red maple.
Acer saccharum; alternatives include Acer rubrum or Acer saccharinum. · Hardwood (deciduous).
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (deciduous).
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, New England, and Appalachian regions.
- Hardness
- Sugar maple: about 1,450 lbf Janka—Hard. Soft maples are approximately 950 lbf—Medium.
- Durability
- Slightly durable; sapwood has limited decay and insect resistance and is intended primarily for interior use.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, fine, and close-grained with subtle vertical variation; no obvious decorative figure. The face appears plain-sawn or rift-oriented.
Color & Appearance
Very pale cream to nearly white sapwood with faint tan-gray streaking and low luster; it may mellow slightly yellow with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Sugar maple: about 1,450 lbf Janka—Hard. Soft maples are approximately 950 lbf—Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable; sapwood has limited decay and insect resistance and is intended primarily for interior use.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$8 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried hard maple; regional prices vary.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably determinable from this clean, lightly weathered sample; it appears recently milled or minimally aged.
Common Uses
Furniture, flooring, cabinetry, butcher-block-style work, turned objects, trim, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, especially the Great Lakes, New England, and Appalachian regions.
Workability
Machines and sands cleanly, though its density can require sharp tools; gluing and fastening are generally straightforward. Plain grain usually minimizes tearout.
Finish Recommendations
Use clear lacquer, shellac, waterborne finish, or polyurethane; sanding sealer helps produce an even surface. Oil can slightly warm the color.
Notable Features
Fine, uniform texture, pale color, good dimensional stability, and excellent wear resistance; no visible special figure.
