Maple — NYCitySlab

SLABS MAPLE

Maple (Acer spp.)    

Tree:  Maples can reach heights of 120 ft. with diameters of 3 ft.
Wood:  Sapwood is commonly white with a slight reddish-brown tinge; the heartwood is light reddish brown, but can be considerably darker.  The sapwood is from 3 to 5+ inches thick.
Working Properties:  Maple wood turns well but is harder to work than soft woods.  It stains and polishes well.
Uses:  Lumber, distillation, veneer, crossties, paper pulp, flooring, furniture, handles, woodenware, bowling alleys, dance floors, piano frames, cutting blocks and turnery.