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Soft Maple

SOFT MAPLE

Soft Maple is a generic term that does not refer to any specific species, but is used broadly to differentiate it from Hard Maple. The identity of Soft Maple varies geographically. For Horizon’s purposes, the terms Soft Maple and Red Maple are used interchangeably. The grain of this wood runs from straight to wavy with a fine, even texture. Like its cousin, Hard Maple, this wood does occasionally present with some dandy figured or curly patterns. Color ranges from light golden to reddish brown.

Overview

Common Names

Hard Maple, Sugar Maple, Rock Maple

Scientific Name

Acer rubrum

Distribution

Eastern North America

Janka Hardness

950 lbf

Shrinkage

Radial: 4%, Tangential: 8.2%, Volumetric: 12.6%

Average Dried Weight

3.5 lbs/bdft

Tree Size

65-100 ft tall, 2-3 ft dbh

Common Usage

Workability

Great for Producing

Frequently Asked Questions

Physical Properties
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