Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), common along riverbanks in the east, the ghostly white sycamore is an often overlooked hardwood. Sycamore has a whitish to light yellow sapwood with a darker reddish brown heartwood. The quartersawn face exhibits rays with a distinct conspicuous dark “fleck” or “flake” figure due to its interlocked grain. Sycamore has a closed pore structure and a fine and even texture that is very similar to maple. It works easily with both hand and machine tools, though the interlocked grain can be troublesome in surfacing and machining operations at times. American sycamore is a great species that is going through a resurgence in the marketplace. Common uses include veneer, plywood, interior trim, flooring, furniture, tool handles, and other turned objects.
Features:
- Sycamore is sometimes referred to as “American Plane” in Europe
- A fine and even texture that is similar to maple
- Turns, glues, and finishes well
- Native to the United States
Specifications:
- Thickness: 3"
- Width: 3"
- Length: 12"
What's Included:
- (1) Sycamore - 3" x 3" x 12" - Wood Turning Stock
Notes:
- Wood is a product of nature, and as such, no two pieces are alike to start with, the same wood growing in different locales can vary greatly even though it is the exact same species.
- Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible. Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
- Cut from quality, kiln-dried stock. The grain runs with the longest dimension.
- Thin Stock is sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Carving and Turning Blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
- Plywood sizes are nominal, the dimensions are +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Larger blocks are sawn to +/- 1/4" of the listed size.
- Smaller blocks are sawn to +/- 1/8" of the listed size.
- Spindle stock, or stock that is 1-1/2" - 2" wide is sawn to +/-1/8" of the listed size.
