Here are some of the characteristics of the basic cabinetry woods, and some design tips to help out:OAK: Heavy, hard and strong wood. Ranges in color from white to reddish brown. Coarse texture and open grain which varies from vertical to sweeping.
tip:Takes light to dark stains well and is ideal for traditional style kitchens. Can be quarter-sawn for a cleaner vertical grain.
MAPLE: Closed grain wood with a smooth texture. Ranges in color from creamy white to reddish brown. Hard, tough and resistant to shock.
tip: Does not take darker stain well. Ideal for light to medium tone stains and painted finishes for a clean uncluttered look.
CHERRY: Closed, richly grained wood with smooth texture and reddish tone. Reddish color darkens with age and exposure to natural light producing deep, rich finish.
tip: Versatile finish palette. Light stains perfect for a craftsman-style look and darker stains can create a rich, elegant setting.
ALDER: Smooth texture and pleasing grain. Very similar grain and color to cherry with less red tones. Contains characteristic small knots and pin holes.
tip: Takes all stains very well. Knotty variety can create a rustic look. Clear variety offers a less expensive alternative to Cherry.
LYPUTS: An eco-friendly alternative because it is renewable and sustainable. It has a closed grain, slightly coarse texture with a pale pink to tan color.
tip: Takes all stains well. It resembles Mahogany wood. Ideal for a warm kitchen, home office, media center, or built in furniture piece.
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