AMERICA
Unlike most other hardwoods, the sapwood of maple lumber is most commonly used rather than its heartwood. Sapwood color ranges from almost white, to a light golden or reddish brown, while the heartwood is a darker reddish brown. Grain is generally straight, but may be wavy. Has a fine, even texture. The growth rings tend to be lighter and less distinct in Soft Maples than in Hard Maple.
DISTRIBUTION
Honey Maple is a commercially important hardwood timber for the United States west coast, where it is virtually the only commercial maple species found in the coastal regions of Pacific North America.
COMMON USES
Veneer, paper (pulpwood), boxes, crates/pallets, musical instruments, turned objects, and other small specialty wood items.
DURABILITY
Rated as non-durable to perishable in regard to decay resistance.