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Hard Maple (Sugar Maple)
| Property | Hard Maple (Sugar Maple) Acer saccharum |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$ · Premium |
| Hardness | 1450 lbf |
| Workability | Fair |
| Seasonal movement | Medium |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Domestic (North America) |
| Commonly built | Butcher-block countertops, Cutting boards, Workbench tops, Bowling alley lanes, Drum shells |
| Overview | Dense, pale, and extremely tough. The standard for butcher blocks, workbenches, and anything that takes a beating. |