Wood Types
Wood Grain
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Explore our comprehensive collection of wood types with detailed characteristics and usage notes.
High Sustainability
Cedar
Cedrus spp.
Hardness
350 lbf
Cost
$4-8 per board foot
Light amber to reddish-brown
Natural pest resistancePleasant aroma
Medium Sustainability
Cherry
Prunus serotina
Hardness
950 lbf
Cost
$10-15 per board foot
Light pinkish to deep reddish brown
Darkens with ageSmooth finish
Low Sustainability
Mahogany
Swietenia macrophylla
Hardness
900 lbf
Cost
$12-20 per board foot
Reddish-brown to deep red
Straight grainExcellent stability
High Sustainability
Maple
Acer saccharum
Hardness
1450 lbf
Cost
$6-10 per board foot
Nearly white to off-white
Very hard and durableFine, consistent grain
High Sustainability
Oak
Quercus spp.
Hardness
1350 lbf
Cost
$8-12 per board foot
Light to medium brown
Strong grain patternExcellent durability
Medium Sustainability
Walnut
Juglans nigra
Hardness
1010 lbf
Cost
$15-25 per board foot
Rich chocolate brown
Beautiful natural colorPremium furniture wood