Wormy Maple

Wormy MapleWelcome to Wormy Maple A. K. A Ambrosia maple Description: This lovely variation of maple( generally soft) is characterized by small "Worm holes" caused by ambrosia beetles boring into the tree, it also has unique brown black and grey streaks. These distinct features ensure that there are no 2 identical pieces ensuring your work will stand out. Workability: Easier to mill than hard maple, it is easily worked with hand tools, or machinery. But don't be

With its fantastic grains

Common Uses: Veneer

and other small specialty wood objects

Hardness:  1

though slightly more difficult than soft maple due to hard maple’s higher density

It is a prized material for turners and luthiers due to its unique patterns

along with the rare interlocking grains

Has a fine

Cherry heartwood is a light pinkish brown when freshly cut

When grains are highly figured and irregular it can be challenging when planing or machining

This a non durable wood in regards to decay

with a uniformly coarse texture