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Western Maple Lumber: Northwest’s Distinctive Hardwood 2025

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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

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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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