4/4 Birdseye Maple Lumber Shorts - S3S 13/16"

Thickness: 13/16" S3S (Surfaced on 3 Sides)
Widths: 4"-6", 6"-8"
Length: 2', 3', & 4'

Birdseye Hard Maple is a highly sought-after figured hardwood prized for its distinctive “birdseye” pattern—small, swirling eyes that appear scattered throughout the wood’s surface. This naturally occurring figure creates remarkable depth and visual movement, transforming traditional Hard Maple into a striking material favored for fine woodworking and decorative applications. Its smooth texture and exceptional durability make it both beautiful and highly functional.

Species: Hard Maple (Acer saccharum)
Grain: Fine, closed grain featuring dense birdseye figuring with occasional curl or subtle variation
Color: Creamy white to pale golden tones with gentle natural contrast that highlights the figure
Applications: Furniture, cabinetry, musical instruments, turning projects, panels, and decorative accents
Workability: Dense and strong; machines cleanly with sharp tooling and finishes exceptionally well, producing a smooth surface that enhances the three-dimensional figure

Birdseye Hard Maple combines the legendary strength and wear resistance of Hard Maple with dramatic natural figuring, making it an excellent choice for statement pieces and heirloom-quality woodworking projects.

Images are representative of the wood’s general color and grain pattern. Actual pieces will vary in figure intensity and appearance. Pieces may be rough-sawn or wax-coated.