HardwoodDurability class 5

Norway Maple

Acer platanoides

Sapwood commonly used: almost white to light golden/reddish brown; heartwood darker reddish brown; sometimes curly/quilted figure.

Norway maple (Acer platanoides) is a light-coloured European hardwood with a fine, uniform texture. It’s used for interior joinery, furniture parts, and turning; it machines cleanly and finishes well, but has low natural durability outdoors.

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