Specification

Hardwood Plywood Grading Guide 2015 columbiaforestproducts.com 9
Common names: Rock Maple, Sugar
Maple, White Maple
Sources: USA and Canada
Characteristics: Sapwood varies
from soft pinkish white to light yel-
low to light khaki in color. Surface is
smooth, tight, and dense. Heartwood
ranges from dark brown to green to
black. Typically sold as white maple
due to its broadly dened uniform
light color. Growth rings are light and
at times imperceptible. Susceptible
to insect assault resulting in brown
streaks called worm track and some-
times incorrectly sugar streaks.
Common cuts: Rotary cut, Plain
sliced, Half round, Quarter sliced and
Rift cut usually pulled from sliced
quarters
Uses: Decorative veneer and lumber
primarily for kitchen cabinetry and fur-
niture. Excellent surface for painting.
Availability: Readily available
Price: $-$$ depending on
specications
Maple Natural
Plain Sliced A
Maple Natural
Plain Sliced B
Maple Natural
Plain Sliced Back 1
Maple Natural
Rotary Whole Piece A
Maple Natural
Rotary Whole Piece B
Maple Natural
Rotary Whole Piece C
Maple Natural
Rotary Back 2
MAPLE NATURAL (Acer saccharum, A. nigrum)