Maple
Maple can be tricky to work with in manufacturing, as it
tends to dry slowly and have a high shrinkage factor, which
can make it susceptible to variances in performance if not
carefully attended. However, with care it machines well,
turns well, and can be stained to a truly beautiful finish.
Tough, heavy, and hard,
maple is a
straight-grained wood
that ranges from creamy
white to pink-tinged to a
light reddish-brown.

Maple is particularly
resistant to abrasion and
wear, and is used to
manufacture caskets as
well as flooring, furniture,
interiors, cabinetry, and
for decorative veneers