Hard Maple Rustic Lumber

Taking a consultative approach to best understand the needs and desires of our customers, we are committed to Delivering the Difference with our specialty lumber products. Please Contact your Sales or Specification Representative for a consultation to identify the best product for your application.

Climate, soil, seasons and growth region all play an important role in the color and texture of the wood. As a result, to determine the appropriate color for your application, it is important to consider region, mill, sort and specifications. Rustic Maple is defined by having a natural character with both heartwood and sapwood on both faces of the board, with sound knots and other natural defects present.

For specific color and grade requirements best suited for your project, contact your Sales or Specifications representative.

Why Rustic Hard Maple?

• Highly durable and strong lumber
• Minimum grain variation
• Machines well, finishes and glues easily
• Ideal applications include flooring, cabinetry, millwork or furniture
• Accepts stain and paints well
• Great sound quality effectively used in musical instruments and as acoustic paneling

Benefits of Plain Sawn Lumber:

The plain sawn cutting pattern optimizes the clear sapwood in Hard Maple, while also minimizing waste and increasing yield. The clear wood on the outer most faces of the log is what yields the prime grade. This cut generates the traditional cathedral grain pattern.

Lumber is a living product, responding to its environment as a tree does to its forest. Humidity, age, area and cut will slightly alter the appearance of the lumber product. The product images on this page are a sample of this species, not an exact depiction of the product you will receive.

Contact your Sales or Specifications Representative for more information on how to configure Hard Maple for your project.

Rustic Grade:

The National Hardwoods Lumber Association (NHLA) does not publish any guidelines for “Rustic” grade, making it dependent on individual sawmills and their own production processes. The characteristics present on an individual board are subjective to the agreement between buyer and seller. Rustic Grade boards generally come 4” and wider before kiln drying by 4’ and longer.

Rustic grade is designed to provide unique character with all its natural defects present. There is no limit on the number of knots, pin knots, bird peck, and mineral streaks. while ensuring that the board is sound. There are often limits on the volume and soundness of pith. These “defects” are all desired in this grade. Rustic is widely used in cabinetry and flooring applications.

When specifying for Hard Maple, consult your Sales or Specifications Representative to ensure your product meets the color and character requirements for your project.

Workability:

Hard Maple produces good results with hand and machine tools. It glues well and is often accompanied by a stain or paint finish. Woodworkers report mixed results when staining Hard Maple. As a result, some may prefer to use Soft Maple. Because the wood is considerably dense and hard, pre-drilling screws may be necessary.

Sustainability:

Hard Maple is primarily harvested in the Northeastern regions of North America. In the United States, Hard Maple is the fifth most abundant hardwood species, representing 7% of standing hardwood timber. Harvest rates versus growth rates based on data from the US Forest Service census show that 46% more Hard Maple is growing annually than is being harvested. Hard Maple is a sustainably harvested domestic lumber.

We recognize the importance of ethically harvested lumber. As our most valuable resource, sustainably harvested forests increase the rate of carbon sequestration and significantly cut carbon emissions. Wood is a renewable and sustainable material for the built environment, requiring less energy than alternatives like concrete or steel. From harvesting to recycling, lumber is the most carbon-efficient choice for building materials. Wood is of the few elements that can increase sustainability in a building’s life cycle, reduce waste, and create positive biophilic health benefits. Increasingly, architects and designers are calling for a return to wood as the prominent basic building material.

As an early adopter of FSC®, we recognize the importance of sustainably harvested lumber. FSC® Certified lumber is available upon request. Contact your Sales or Specifications Representative for more information.

• Drawer Boxes
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Kitchen Cabinet Doors
• Kitchen Counters
• Railings
• Vanity Cabinets
• Vanity Cabinet Doors
• Wall Paneling
• Passage Doors
• Closets
• Garage Storage
• Interior Millwork
• Treads
• Risers
• Residential Indoor Furniture
• Commercial Indoor Furniture
• Floors