Ambrosia Maple
Kiln dried Ambrosia Maple lumber. Named for ambrosia fungi, which is found in association with ambrosia beetles. The beetles bore into the trunk of the tree, bringing with them the ambrosia fungi, which subsequently stains the surrounding wood in beautiful brown tones. The discoloration is centered around the boring paths of the beetles, and their entrance holes can usually be seen. Great for feature or unique pieces! Endgrain picture is zoomed in 10x.
Kiln dried Ambrosia Maple lumber. Named for ambrosia fungi, which is found in association with ambrosia beetles. The beetles bore into the trunk of the tree, bringing with them the ambrosia fungi, which subsequently stains the surrounding wood in beautiful brown tones. The discoloration is centered around the boring paths of the beetles, and their entrance holes can usually be seen. Great for feature or unique pieces! Endgrain picture is zoomed in 10x.
Kiln dried Ambrosia Maple lumber. Named for ambrosia fungi, which is found in association with ambrosia beetles. The beetles bore into the trunk of the tree, bringing with them the ambrosia fungi, which subsequently stains the surrounding wood in beautiful brown tones. The discoloration is centered around the boring paths of the beetles, and their entrance holes can usually be seen. Great for feature or unique pieces! Endgrain picture is zoomed in 10x.
Color: 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. Red maple can also be seen with curly or quilted grain patterns.
Grain/Texture: 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. Our red maple is a hard maple.
Rot resistance: Rated as non-durable to perishable in regard to decay resistance.
Workability: Fairly easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though maple has a tendency to burn when being machined with high-speed cutters such as in a router. Turns, glues, and finishes well, though blotches can occur when staining. A pre-conditioner, gel stain, or toner may be necessary to get an even color.
Common Uses: Veneer, paper (pulpwood), boxes, crates/pallets, musical instruments, turned objects, and other small specialty wood items.
Our lumber undergoes a specialized drying process in a large kiln, which removes moisture and results in a more stable and high-quality product. The kiln drying process helps to minimize the risk of warping, splitting, or twisting that is often associated with green or air-dried wood.
Our price is per board foot. Should you need help calculating how much you have or will need for your project, feel free to contact us!