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  1. #1
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    Default Canadian rock maple, ex bowling lanes

    Hey all
    a little while back, i scored a few recycled bowling lanes that i was gonna use around the house for a table top and some bench tops.

    That project is a little while away, but the current job im looking at doing is a new entry door. I was sourcing some recycled wharf boards to make up as a door, but costing this is proving to be an expensive task.

    Any how... my question is to everyone is; does anyone know the durability of canadian rock maple? i cant seem to find much on the net about it all. I know its extremely hard, but not sure how it would go outside. It wouldnt be in full weather, but would be getting a bit of sun and im sure a splash of rain here and there.

    What is everyones thoughts on the durability of canadian rock maple.

    Thanks all.
    Daniel

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    hi Daniel
    the Australian Timber Buyers Guide says...
    The wood is moderately stable in service, but the heartwood is not sufficiently durable for external use.
    regards from Alberta, Canada

    ian

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