Spalted Maple is not a distinct species of maple. Spalting is a fungal discoloration caused by partially decayed wood. Maple's light coloring provides good contrast for the dark contrasting lines and streaks for the fungal discoloration.
Features:
- Light coloring with dark fungal lines of discoloration
- Hardness can very due to the fungus
- Turns and finishes well
- Native to North America
Specifications
- Thickness: 2"
- Width: 2"
- Length: 6"
What's Included:
- (2) Spalted Maple - 2" x 2" x 6" - 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.
- 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.