Hardwood
Sycamore Maple
Sycamore Maple, scientifically known as Acer pseudoplatanus, is a testament to quality and versatility. This wood is sourced from select European forests renowned for their ideal growth conditions and exceptional technical attributes.
Sycamore Maple is prized for its remarkable strength, fine grain, and ease of workability. This makes it the perfect choice for a wide range of applications, from fine furniture crafting to musical instruments and architectural projects.
Hardwood
Sycamore Maple Facts
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Common Name(s) Sycamore Maple, European Sycamore
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Scientific Name Acer pseudoplatanus
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Distribution Europe and southwestern Asia
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Tree Size 80-115 ft (25-35 m) tall, 3-4 ft (1.0-1.2 m) trunk diameter
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Janka Hardness Sycamore Maple features a Janka hardness rating of approximately 910 lbf (pounds-force), signifying its moderate hardness and excellent workability.
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Average Dried Weight 38 lbs/ft3 (615 kg/m3)
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Pricing/Availability Should be very moderately priced where available domestically, (this species is native to Europe), though figured pieces such as curly or quilted grain patterns are likely to be much more expensive.
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Color/Appearance Unlike most other hardwoods, the sycamore of maple lumber is most commonly used rather than its heartwood. Sycamore color ranges from almost white, to a light golden or reddish brown, while the hardwood is a darker reddish brown. Sycamore Maple can also be seen with curly or quilted grain patterns.
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Workability Fairly easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though maple has a tendency to burn when being machined with high-speed cutters such as in a router. Turns, glues, and finishes well, though blotches can occur when staining, and a pre-conditioner, gel stain, or toner may be necessary to get an even color.
Sycamore Maples
Applications
In Europe, it is commonly referred to as “Sycamore” despite being a type of maple tree (Acer genus) rather than a sycamore tree (Platanus genus)-and its botanical name Acer pseudoplatanus means “false plane” or “false sycamore”.
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Veneer
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Paper (Pulpwood)
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Boxes
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Crates / Pallets
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Musical Instruments
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Turned Objects
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Small Wood Items
Our wide range of Products:
Since its inception, Sumanglam Wood’s primary focus has been sourcing top-quality timber. In the early 1990s, we expanded our operations to include timber imports from various global regions, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Ecuador, Colombia, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Malaysia, among others.
We also set up a network of warehouses after establishing our manufacturing facility in Gujarat. Our strategically located warehouses facilitate the trade of a wide range of products, including plywood, doors, and shutters. The success of our company can be attributed to its ability to establish itself as a niche player in the wholesale timber market of India within a relatively short period of time. We developed an extensive customer base by establishing wholesale units and establishing partnerships in five major Indian cities, serving wholesalers as well as leading developers in the country.