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Grading Guide
Northern Hardwood Maple
(Acer Saccharum)
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1st Grade
- In all thickness and widths face shall be reasonable free of defects
- Varying natural color or faint seasoning shadows shall not be considered a defect
- Average Length : 900mm (approx. 3')
- Minimum Length : 300mm (approx. 12")
- Maximum Length: 1830mm (6')
- PICTURE TAKEN FROM AVERAGE BUNDLES, can change from bundle to bundle
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2nd & Better Grade
- In all thickness and face widths face will admit tight, sound knots and slight imperfections in dressing, but must lay without waste.
- Average Length: 900mm (approx. 3')
- Minimum Length: 300mm (approx. 12")
- Maximum Length: 1,830mm (6')
- PICTURE TAKEN FROM AVERAGE BUNDLES, can change from bundle to bundle
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Mill Run Plus Grade
- 35% 1st Grade + 50% 2nd Grade + 15% 3rd Grade
- Average Length: 600mm (23.5")
- Minimum Length: 300mm (approx. 12")
- Maximum Length: 1,830mm (6')
- Unfinished Tongue & Groove
- May have a few pieces under 12" (305mm) to finish off bundles
- PICTURE TAKEN FROM AVERAGE BUNDLES, can change from bundle to bundle
Allows natural characteristics common to Maple: closed knots, heavy mineral streaks, shading / color variation, checks, and heartwood.
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Mill Run Grade
- 15% 1st Grade + 50% 2nd Grade + 35% 3rd Grade
- Average Length: 600mm (23.5)
- Minimum Length: 300mm (approx. 12)
- Maximum Length: 1,830mm (6)
- Unfinished Tongue & Groove
- May have a few pieces under 12 (305mm) to finish off bundles
- PICTURE TAKEN FROM AVERAGE BUNDLES, can change from bundle to bundle.
Allows natural characteristics common to Maple: closed knots, heavy mineral streaks, shading / color variation, checks, and heartwood.
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