Pacific Coast Maple
Pacific Coast Maple
Scientific Name: Acer Macrophyllum
Pacific Coast Maple, known for its creamy color and even texture, is a versatile hardwood from the Pacific Northwest favored for its workability. It provides a warm, consistent backdrop for various finishes, suitable for modern and traditional designs alike.
Fine-grained and satiny, PC Maple is extremely stable, machines effortlessly, and is excellent for both hand and machine tool use. It achieves a smooth finish, absorbs stains uniformly, and is commonly used for interior elements like cabinetry and furniture, as well as specialty wood items.
COMMON APPLICATIONS
- Cabinetry
- Furniture
- Millwork
- Mouldings
- Vanities
WHY CHOOSE PC MAPLE?
- Versatile and cost-effective
- Substitute for Hard Maple or Soft Maple
- Creamy color, satiny finish
- Fine grain, smooth texture
- Optimal strength-to-weight
WORKING PROPERTIES
QUICK FACT
PC Maple’s subtle hue variation from pale creamy white sapwood to light or dark reddish-brown heartwood adds natural versatility to its design applications.
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Weight per Bdft: 2.74
Specific Gravity (Density): 0.50
Hardness (Janka): 850
Bending Strength (MOR): 10,700
Bending Stiffness (million psi) (MOE): 1.450
Dimensional Movement (Shrinkage): R 3.7%, T 7.1%
T/R Ratio (Stability): 1.9
QUICK FACT
PC Maple’s subtle hue variation from pale creamy white sapwood to light or dark reddish-brown heartwood adds natural versatility to its design applications.
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