Product Description

Select Maple is Soft Maple that usually contains light ambrosia streaks or mineral stain. They may also contain light figure such as curl or spalting. These are a byproduct of cutting other types of maple. Soft Maple is a versatile hardwood known for its light color, smooth grain, and excellent workability. The wood typically ranges from creamy white to light tan, sometimes with subtle gray or reddish tones that add gentle character. Soft Maple turns smoothly with sharp tools, making it a favorite for both beginner and experienced turners. Its fine, even grain allows for clean cuts, easy sanding, and good detail. When properly dried, Soft Maple offers good stability and accepts stains, paints, and clear finishes very well. Common uses include turning blanks, bowls, spindles, furniture parts, utility items, and decorative projects.

Special Note:

Will contain either very light ambrosia streaks, mineral stain, spalting , or light figure. These are a byproduct of cutting other premium types of maple such as ambrosia maple, curly maple, or spalted maple. This grade of maple is sometimes refered to as paint grade maple, but the character makes for great turnings!

   Kiln dried to below 10% moisture content
   End grain sealed in wax to maintain moisture content
   Protective wax seal guaranteed for 30 days
   Guaranteed defect-free (unless otherwise noted)
   All orders fulfilled within 2 business days
   Shipments fully insured against loss and damage