Plain Sycamore / Birdseye Maple
This highly decorative veneer is a special type of sugar maple that contains many small inclusions in the wood resembling bird's eyes. It is still unclear how these structures form in the wood; some theories suggest fungal infestation, stress on the plant due to poor soil, or genetic causes.
Bird's-eye maple is mainly used for high-quality furniture and interior design. Its many eyes are extremely decorative. Due to the rarity of the growth form, large packages are very difficult to obtain. There are ways to produce artificial bird's-eye veneer. It is also fashionable to dye bird's-eye maple in bright colors.For mechanical processing, it should be noted that sharp, carbide tools should be used.
Drying must be carried out very slowly and gently, as with all maple woods, there is a risk of warping and cracking.
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Translated from German to English via AI (DeepL).
Sources:
Fritz Kohl, 2012, „Furniere“, Seite 259
Sources:
Fritz Kohl, 2012, „Furniere“, Seite 259
Bilder: "Templin Furnier e.K."
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vogelaugenahorn Letzter Zugriff 12.05.2025