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Western Maple Lumber: Northwest’s Distinctive Hardwood 2025

Western maple lumber with heavy quilt figure Nestled among the towering firs and redwoods of the Pacific Northwest, Western Maple lumber—known scientifically as Acer macrophyllum or bigleaf maple—stands out as a unique hardwood native to North America’s West Coast. For woodworkers, furniture makers, instrument craftsmen, and designers seeking Western Maple lumber for its aesthetic versatility […]

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Roasted Basswood Lumber 2025

Roasted Basswood has a darker color tone than unroasted. Roasted Basswood: The Science of Thermally Treated Basswood Lumber In the world of modified wood, roasted basswood has practical woodworking applications. This thermally treated lumber—transformed through a meticulous kiln process of heat & time—offers a moisture resistant alternative to standard basswood, creating a spectrum of applications

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