MAPLE (lat. Acer saccharum, Fam. Aceraceae)
| Other names: | Sugar Maple |
| Source: | North America, Europe, North Africa |
| Wood Color: | Creamy white sapwood with sometimes slightly reddish brown tinges, heartwood very light greyish-brown |
| Characteristics: | Very heavy and strong hardwood with uniform texture, very resistant to shock and abrasive wear |
| Application: | Musical instruments, floorings, furniture, sporting goods |