Sycamore

Eastern U.S. & Europe

The sapwood and heartwood are not distinct sycamore is white to light yellow. The wood has a fine close texture with interlocked grain. Contrasts well with other species

The wood is classified as moderate in weight, hardness, stiffness and shock resistance. The wood machines well, but high speed cutters are needed to prevent chipping. It is resistant to splitting due to the interlocked grain. The wood glues well and stains, with care, to an excellent finish. It dries fairly rapidly, with a tendency to warp. It has moderate shrinkage and little movement in performance.