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Known
scientifically as acer macrophyllum, big-leaf maple burl is
harvested in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. The color
of maple burl varies from cream-ish to dark brown, and the wood is
highly coveted for its kaleidoscopic pattern of swirls.
| Our maple burl blocks are cut in a multi-step process involving trimming, power washing, chunking, slabbing, and final dimensional block cutting. After a block is dimensionally cut, it goes through a stabilization and sealing process. This involves stickering and air drying for three to four weeks in order to set the wood and dry the surface for proper wax adhesion. Each piece is then treated with Paraffin wax to deter checking and cracking. Maple wood, in general, stains well and takes a high polish. Note: When working with maple burl, as with any wood, precautions should be taken to protect one's eyes, lungs, and skin.
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