Lumber prices / Soft Maple
Soft Maple Price per Board Foot
Soft maple (red or silver maple) works and finishes much like hard maple at a lower price and lighter weight. It is a common paint-grade and secondary-wood choice where extreme hardness is not required.
Typical price per board foot$3.50 – $6
TypeHardwood (Domestic)
Density (12% MC)38 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot3.2 lb
Janka hardness950 lbf
Common usesFurniture, millwork, paint-grade cabinetry, boxes
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $3.50 to $6 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $14 – $24 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $19 – $32 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $19 – $32 |
To price a full order, put $5 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does soft maple cost per board foot?
- Soft Maple commonly runs about $3.5 to $6 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does soft maple weigh?
- About 3.2 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 38 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is soft maple a hardwood or a softwood?
- Soft Maple is a hardwood (domestic), with a Janka hardness of 950 lbf.