MAPLE

Maple veneer is a popular woodworking material prized for its creamy white to pale beige colour, fine texture, and durability. It is a cost-effective alternative to solid maple and is available in various cuts and forms for a wide range of applications. 

The wood typically has a creamy white color with possible reddish or pale yellow tinges and sometimes a dark brown heart. It can feature different natural grain patterns, including straight, wavy, or a "fiddle back" figure. It has an even, fine, and lustrous texture. It is sold unfinished and can be stained, varnished, waxed, or oiled to achieve the desired look

Maple is a moderately dense hardwood known for its strength, impact resistance, and dimensional stability. It is relatively easy to machine and work with.

Specialty Cuts:

Bird's Eye Maple: A distinctive feature that looks like small pin knots or water droplets, creating a 3D effect when finished.

Fiddleback/Curly Maple: Features a pronounced, wavy figure that is highly prized in applications like musical instrument making.

Burr: Veneer cut from burrs or abnormal growths on the tree, resulting in unique, intricate patterns