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American Sycamore Price per Board Foot
Quartersawn sycamore shows a freckled ray fleck that few other domestic woods can match, and it costs a fraction of what figured maple does. Flatsawn stock is plain and prone to warping, so this is a species where the sawing pattern is the whole story.
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $3 to $6 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $12 – $24 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $16 – $32 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $16 – $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.
Hardwoods with similar hardness
American Sycamore rates 770 lbf on the Janka scale. These sit closest to it, so they take similar wear and usually swap in without changing how the piece holds up. Price is often the deciding factor.
| Species | Janka | Per board foot |
|---|---|---|
| Genuine Mahogany | 800 lbf | $12 – $20 |
| American Elm | 830 lbf | $4 – $8 |
| Soft Maple | 950 lbf | $3.50 – $6 |
| Black Cherry | 950 lbf | $6 – $10 |
| Red Alder | 590 lbf | $4 – $7 |
| Yellow Poplar | 540 lbf | $3 – $5 |
| Basswood | 410 lbf | $3 – $6 |
Full range on the lumber prices page, and weight per board foot if shipping or floor load matters.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does american sycamore cost per board foot?
- American Sycamore commonly runs about $3 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 american sycamore weigh?
- About 2.8 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 34 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is american sycamore a hardwood or a softwood?
- American Sycamore is a hardwood (domestic), with a Janka hardness of 770 lbf.