The Journey of Quality Luthier Material
At Curlymaple.com, we recognize the importance of using the highest quality materials to craft wooden musical instruments. Our Luthier Material, book-matched sets and curly maple neck stock collection is curated specifically for luthiers and craftsmen who seek premium hardwoods that enhance the sound and aesthetic appeal of their instruments. As a renowned hardwood supplier, we take pride in providing unique and expertly selected wood suitable for various musical applications. See the bottom of the page for our Luthier Guarentees!
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CLICK THE ITEMS BELOW TO SEE COMPLETE DESCRIPTIONS OF THE MATERIAL AND MAGNIFIED VIEWS.
Luthier Quality Assurance and Guarantee
All of our Luthier material is custom sorted from the very best figure and quality wood available from our extensive inventory. After 55 years working with figured hardwoods this is the part of my job that I enjoy the most. This is because I get to see and process the very best Nature has to offer in figured hardwoods. It never ceases to amaze me with the beauty that I see presented before me. Finding the very best material does take considerable effort and cost and I find it is not getting any easier as time goes on. Remember that each piece of material is unique....just like you....not another one in the world like it!
All luthier materials available at MapleLeaf Hardwoods are custom-sorted and prepared to meet rigorous standards. Each piece is
- Sapwood two-faced surfaced on four sides and kiln-dried to 6% - 8% moisture content.
- Free from defects such as knots, splits, cracks, or wane unless otherwise noted in the Graders Notes.
- Sourced predominantly from Eastern Red Maple, with specific pieces labeled as Eastern Hard Maple.
To ensure your satisfaction, I provide a guarantee on our Luthier Material: if you resaw a billet and discover an obvious defect such as a knot or bark inclusion not visible on the surface, I will replace it at no cost. My goal is to ensure you receive the finest material for your musical instrument creations.
Our images are captured using artificial light to reveal the true beauty of each piece. No coatings are applied prior to photography, allowing the natural reflective properties of the wood to shine. This meticulous approach enables you to assess the vividness and figure quality of the material selected.
Explore our Luthier Material collection today and find the perfect piece to elevate your wooden musical instruments. Click the items above to view complete descriptions and magnified images of each unique selection. At MapleLeaf Hardwoods, we are committed to providing you with superior quality wood for your instruments, so your craft reflects the beauty of the materials you choose.
