Rich, Timeless Elegance

Walnut

Characteristics: Deep chocolate browns with swirling grain patterns, occasionally featuring lighter streaks that add contrast. It darkens slightly over time, enhancing its richness.

Why We Use It: Walnut is a favorite for high-end furniture due to its strength and ability to hold intricate details. Its refined yet bold appearance makes it perfect for statement pieces like The Mallard | Extra Long Walnut Cutting Board, as well as custom tables and shelves.

Best Features: Durable, moderately heavy, and resistant to warping. It pairs beautifully with black epoxy for river tables and other modern designs.

Classic Strength and Versatility

Oak

Characteristics: Available in red and white varieties, oak has a prominent grain, warm golden tones, and an inherent durability that has made it a furniture staple for centuries.

Why We Use It: Oak is an excellent choice for shelving and tables, offering both aesthetic appeal and resilience. The Odyssey and The Salem shelves are prime examples of how oak’s strength supports both function and style.

Best Features: Highly durable, resistant to moisture, and takes finishes beautifully, whether natural, stained, or blacked-out as seen in The Eclipse coffee table.

A Stunning Natural Pattern

Spalted Maple

Characteristics: Spalted maple features dark, vein-like lines created by natural fungal growth, resulting in intricate and artistic patterns that make each piece unique.

Why We Use It: The mesmerizing grain and striking contrast of spalted maple add character and charm to furniture. It’s a favorite for statement pieces that highlight organic beauty.

Best Features: Highly decorative, smooth to the touch when finished, and maintains the durability of maple while adding artistic flair.

Nature’s Artwork

Ambrosia Maple

Characteristics: Distinguished by its streaked patterns created by the ambrosia beetle, this variation of maple has unique gray and brown markings that add organic character to each piece.

Why We Use It: Ambrosia maple is perfect for furniture that embraces natural beauty and individuality. The distinctive grain and color variations make each piece one of a kind.

Best Features: Durable, lightweight, and visually striking, with a smooth texture that finishes beautifully while maintaining its rustic appeal.

Vivid and Striking

Padauk

Characteristics: Known for its bold reddish-orange hue, Padauk darkens over time to a rich brown with deep red undertones. It has a straight to interlocked grain that adds to its visual appeal.

Why We Use It: Padauk brings a striking, exotic flair to furniture. It’s highly durable and rot-resistant, making it an excellent choice for statement pieces and accents in mixed-material designs.

Best Features: Naturally resistant to decay and insects, with a smooth, even texture that finishes beautifully.

Light but Resilient

Ash

Characteristics: Light beige to grayish-brown with a striking grain pattern that can be bold or subtle depending on the cut.

Why We Use It: Ash is a highly shock-resistant wood, making it ideal for furniture that sees daily use. Its light color contrasts well with dark metal or epoxy elements.

Best Features: Strong yet flexible, with an appealing grain that enhances both modern and rustic designs.

Smooth, Light, and Strong

Maple

Characteristics: Creamy white to light amber hues with a smooth, uniform grain. Hard maple can be exceptionally strong, making it a popular choice for long-lasting furniture.

Why We Use It: Maple is fantastic for cutting boards, cabinetry, and modern minimalist furniture. Its fine grain allows for an ultra-smooth finish, making it a great option for sleek, clean designs.

Best Features: Dense and impact-resistant, maple is known for its durability and ability to withstand heavy use without excessive wear.

Resilient and Visually Stunning

Catulpa

Characteristics: Catalpa wood is light brown to golden with a soft grain pattern and a slightly porous texture. It has a distinctive rustic charm and is relatively lightweight compared to other hardwoods.

Why We Use It: Catalpa is excellent for projects that require a balance of workability and aesthetic appeal. Its rustic character makes it ideal for decorative furniture, accents, and handcrafted statement pieces.

Best Features: Lightweight yet durable, catalpa is resistant to decay and warping, making it a great choice for artisanal furniture with a natural touch.

Bold and Unique

Zebrawood

Characteristics: Named for its dramatic striped grain pattern, zebrawood features contrasting light and dark streaks that create an eye-catching effect.

Why We Use It: This wood is perfect for adding a distinctive touch to furniture and decor. It’s strong, durable, and often used in accents, inlays, and high-end furnishings.

Best Features: Dense and durable, zebrawood has a striking visual appeal that stands out in any design.

A Natural Beauty

Acacia

Characteristics: Acacia features rich golden to reddish-brown hues with distinct dark grain patterns. The wood occasionally displays striking light and dark contrasts, making each piece unique. Over time, it darkens naturally, enhancing its depth and warmth.

Why We Use It: Acacia is known for its strength, durability, and vibrant color, making it a fantastic choice for both functional and decorative pieces. Its bold, beautiful appearance shines in custom furniture like tables, shelves, and cutting boards.

Best Features: Hard-wearing, resistant to scratches and dents, and naturally moisture-resistant. Acacia’s bold patterns and ability to develop a deeper tone with age make it ideal for timeless, one-of-a-kind creations.