Most likely hard maple (possibly sugar maple); alternatives include soft maple or European sycamore/maple.
Acer saccharum (probable); Acer rubrum or Acer pseudoplatanus are alternatives. · Hardwood (deciduous).
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood (deciduous).
- Origin
- Sugar maple is native to eastern Canada and the northeastern/central United States.
- Hardness
- Sugar maple: about 1,450 lbf Janka—Hard. Red maple is softer, about 950 lbf.
- Durability
- Slightly durable; untreated maple has limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, fine and close-grained, with subtle diffuse-porous texture; appears plain-sawn or rift/quarter-oriented. No prominent figure visible.
Color & Appearance
Very pale cream to nearly white heartwood and sapwood, with faint pink-gray streaking and modest natural luster; it generally yellows slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Sugar maple: about 1,450 lbf Janka—Hard. Red maple is softer, about 950 lbf.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly durable; untreated maple has limited resistance to decay, insects, and weathering.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$9 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried maple; premium figured stock costs more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be reliably estimated from this clean, unfinished surface; it appears recently milled with little visible patina or wear.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, butcher blocks, interior trim, turning, toys, and musical instruments.
Geographic Origin
Sugar maple is native to eastern Canada and the northeastern/central United States.
Workability
Machines and sands cleanly, though hard maple can dull tools and show burning; end-grain gluing and predrilling are helpful.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer followed by lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; dye or stain can appear uneven, so preconditioning or a washcoat is advisable.
Notable Features
Fine texture, subdued grain, high wear resistance, and occasional attractive figure such as curly or bird’s-eye maple.
