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Direct Kingma listing for Queensland Maple; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Queensland Maple is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameFlindersia spp.
Janka hardness810 lbf
Average dried weight35 lb/ft³
Best fitTurned objects
Overview
Why choose Queensland Maple?
Queensland Maple is an imported specialty hardwood. Its natural range is Northern Queensland, Australia. Common uses include turned objects, gunstocks, musical instruments, veneer, cabinetry and furniture.
Scientific nameFlindersia spp.
DistributionNorthern Queensland, Australia
ShrinkageRadial: 6.1%, Tangential: 8.8%, Volumetric: 15.0%, T/R Ratio: 1.4
DurabilityRated non-durable for decay resistance, and its resistance to different insects is mixed.
Queensland Maple colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood goes from yellow through golden to reddish brown and darkens with age. The narrow white sapwood is distinct from the heartwood.
Interlocked and sometimes wavy grain, with a medium to coarse texture and good natural luster.
Working notes
Working properties are good overall, but the interlocked grain can cause tearout when planing, especially on quartersawn faces. Turning, gluing and finishing all go well.
Reports link Queensland Maple to skin and respiratory irritation, though serious reactions are rare.
Queensland Maple should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Queensland Maple
Best projects
Common uses include turned objects, gunstocks, musical instruments, veneer, cabinetry and furniture.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Queensland Maple from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
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Direct Kingma listing for Queensland Maple; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
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Direct Kingma listing for Queensland Maple; inventory, lengths, and widths can rotate by variant.
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If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Queensland Maple FAQ
What is Queensland Maple best used for?
Common uses include turned objects, gunstocks, musical instruments, veneer, cabinetry and furniture. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Queensland Maple beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Queensland Maple?
The buying section on this page links to any Queensland Maple Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.