Birdseye Maple

Birdseye Maple, also called Bird’s Eye Maple (scientific name: Acer saccharum), is not a distinct species of maple (see Hard Maple). It is considered a grain anomaly. It is almost exclusively harvested from Hard Maple.

Janka Hardness :

6,450 N (1,450 lbf)

Average Dried Weight :

705 kg/m3 (44.0 lbs/ft3)

Workability :

Fairly easy to achieve good results with either hand tools or machine tools.However, when machined with high-speed cutters it has a tendency to burn. Turns well and is good for steam bending. It is good with glues and finishes well. Staining can produce blotching. Avoid by using gel stain, toner or pre-conditioner for an even color.