Species · North America
Hard maple
Definition
Very hard, even white wood, sometimes figured (wavy, birdseye).
Character & history
A very hard, even white wood, hard maple sometimes offers spectacular figure (curly, birdseye).
Characteristics
- OriginNorth America
- FamilyHardwood
- DurabilityLow (interior)
- ColourLuminous cream white
- TextureVery hard
- Grain directionStraight (sometimes wavy/figured)
- GrainFine
What makes it unique
Its hardness and brightness make it an excellent worktop; its sought-after figure enhances veneers.
Advantages
- Very hard and resistant
- Luminous white
- Sought-after figure
Applications
FurnitureWorktopVeneerTurning
At INTARXCELL
Bright worktops and figured veneers.