ACER RUBRUM
Red Maple

America has several species of maple, including swamp maple, scarlet maple, soft maple - all native to North America from North Carolina to Newfoundland across to Texas. Typical species reach between 70 and a 100 feet with diameters of up to 24ins. Generic Maple is of course the official tree of Canada.

THE TIMBER

All maples are fine textured, diffuse porous woods with creamy white sapwood and light beige or tan-brown heartwood.

USES

Maple has all the favorable working characteristics. It turns well, planes well and can be taken to a glass-smooth finish. Its usage includes kitchen utensils, turned articles, furniture framing and cabinets.

Wentworth of the Carolinas SAYS:

Hard wood, consistent white color with light grain. Takes all stains and finishes well.