Grading Guide
Northern Hardwood Maple
(Acer Saccharum)


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




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




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.


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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