Alder
Alder has a naturally uniform reddish-brown color not unlike cherry, but without as strong a grain pattern. Small knots and slight variations are acceptable. Raised panels are constructed with reasonable color and grain match.
Beech
Beech is valued for its fine, even texture and consistent grain. European Steamed Beech offers a medium range of color variation from light pinkish orange to an orangey tan. It has a fine grain and accepts stains well. Small, closed knots are acceptable. Raised panels are constructed with reasonable color and stain match.
Cherry
Cherry wood is synonymous with rich hues and a smooth, even grain. Sapwood (white wood) is not acceptable except in trace amounts. Sapwood is acceptable on back of door. Some color variation, pin knots and cum pockets are acceptable. Panels have reasonable color and grain match. Cherry darkens with exposure to light. Doors should be covered until finished and hung, or telltale lines will appear when the doors are stacked against each other.
Hickory
Hickory is known for its striking color variation and rugged appearance. Hickory has a wide color range and material is not selected for color. Worm holes and small open knots (the size of a pencil tip) are part of hickory’s natural rustic appearance. Worm holes, knot holes and open natural defects are not puttied. Panels and frames are not color matched.
Knotty Alder
Knotty alder offers a rustic charm with its distinctive knots and grain patterns. Furniture Grade Knotty Alder will have a variety of knots and blemishes that contribute to its rustic appearance. Loose knots are not acceptable. Solid knots may occasionally loosen up at a later date and may be glued back in my customer. Knots and natural voices will not be puttied. Color is normally fairly uniform and no effort is made to color match.
PLEASE NOTE: Flat Panel Knotty Alder material has inconsistent knots and voids are often factory filled with putty. Flat panel doors, drawer fronts and small raised panel doors may not include knots in panels.
Select Red Oak
Red oak is characterized by its strength and distinctive open grain. White sapwood and mineral streaks are acceptable only in trace amounts. Closed pin knots are acceptable. Panels have reasonable color and grain match. Select Read Oak is held to a higher color standard than Natural Red Oak.
Walnut
Walnut wood is highly coveted for its deep, rich tones and fine, straight grain.
White Hard Maple
This dense wood has a fine, uniform grain and is known for its strength and resistance to wear. Brown heartwood and mineral streaks are acceptable only in trace amounts. Slight color variations are a acceptable and panels are built with a reasonable match for color and grain.
White Oak
White oak features a distinct grain and is known for its durability and resistance to moisture. White sapwood and mineral streaks are acceptable only in trace amounts. Burl and pin knots are also acceptable. Panels are constructed with reasonable color and grain match, but cannot approach the color uniformity of other stain grade woods.