Premium 8/4 S4S Ambrosia Maple – 5 Pack
Bring natural character and striking contrast to your next woodworking project with Ambrosia Maple, known for its creamy base colour accented by dramatic grey and blue mineral streaking. Created by the ambrosia beetle, each board carries one of a kind markings that add movement and visual depth to any build.
Whether you are building statement furniture, crafting thick table components, turning decorative pieces, or creating bold accent panels, Ambrosia Maple offers both visual personality and reliable structural performance.
Natural Beauty, Built In Benefits
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Colour & Grain – Light cream tones with distinctive mineral streaks and subtle grain movement
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Workability – Machines cleanly, sands smoothly, and holds crisp detail with proper tooling
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Performance – Strong and stable hardwood suitable for structural components and decorative applications
What to Expect in Your Lumber Pack
- 5 pieces per pack
- Widths: Dressed to 4" x 1"3/4
- Lengths: Choose from 24" or 48"
- Thickness: 1"3/4 after being dressed from 8/4 (2" rough) stock.
- Dressed 4 Sides (S4S)
Special Considerations
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Workability Tips – Mineral streak areas can vary in density. Sharp tools help maintain smooth surfaces across colour transitions.
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Origin – Sourced from North America, where Ambrosia Maple is valued for its natural character and visual uniqueness.
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Fun Fact – The distinctive streaking is caused by the ambrosia beetle introducing fungi into the tree, creating its signature markings.
Product Details
- Janka Hardness: ~950 lbf
- Density: ~38 lbs per cubic foot
- Origin: North America
Each board is dressed to highlight its natural streaking and colour variation, giving you thick, substantial stock ready for final milling and shaping in your shop.
Bring distinctive character, natural contrast, and long term performance to your next project with premium 8/4 Ambrosia Maple.
Order Ambrosia Maple today and experience the difference premium material selection makes in the shop.