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Maple,Soft (Acer spp)
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| Other names: |
Red maple, silver maple, Oregon maple.
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| Sources: |
Canada, USA
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| Characteristics: |
Straight-grained fine-textured wood, not as stong as hard maple. Light creamy-brown in color. Often with curly figure.
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| Workability: |
Medium
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| Average dried weight: |
39lb/cubic foot (630kg/cubic meter)
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| Common uses: |
Furniture, interior joinery, turning, veneer, musical instruments, flooring, plywood.
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| Finishing: |
Good
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