Maple is a classic wood, beloved and highly regarded for centuries. Maple becomes perfection in butcher block, with light, consistent colors, ranging from cream to light tan. Considered a hard wood, it will wear well and has good abrasion resistance. Maple has a fine, generally straight grain pattern, making it a coveted material for a traditional remodel. Remember that wood is a product of nature. The allure of a pure wood product is that no two grain patterns, textures or colors are identical.