Ripple Maple

Ripple Maple Hardwood Planks

Ripple Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) is one of the most visually stunning figured timbers available in the UK. The distinctive ripple or "fiddle-back" figure creates a shimmering, three-dimensional wave effect across the surface — a natural phenomenon that makes every plank entirely unique. Long favoured by luthiers for violin backs and sides, Ripple Maple is equally prized by furniture makers and woodturners seeking a timber with exceptional visual impact.

Key Characteristics

  • Colour: Creamy white to pale yellowish-white, with a lustrous, silky sheen
  • Figure: Striking ripple or fiddle-back figuring — shimmers and shifts with the light
  • Hardness: Moderately hard — good durability with excellent workability
  • Workability: Excellent — machines, turns, and finishes to a superb surface

Common Uses

  • Musical instruments — violin, cello, and guitar backs and sides
  • Fine furniture and cabinetry
  • Turned objects and decorative items
  • Decorative panels and inlay work

Each piece of Ripple Maple from The Wood Room is individually photographed and listed — what you see is exactly what you receive. Browse our planks and discover the extraordinary natural beauty of this exceptional figured timber.