Alternative Name
Our plain figured maple is normally Acer saccharum,
commonly called hard, rock or sugar maple.
Origin
North America
Characteristics
Hard and tough
Common Uses
Fine furniture, commonly used for dance floors, bowling
alleys, baseball bats, etc., where strength and resiliency
are important
Interesting Facts
Maple is unique in that its sapwood, rather than its heartwood,
is normally sought-after for its even-coloured whiteness