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Cabinet Plywoods
Pine
Pine is a close, straight-grained softwood that ranges in color from white to
yellow to pink. Pine contains numerous solid knots of varying size that
contribute to color changes within pieces of wood. “Factory installed”
indentations or distressing provide an Old World look on selected pine
door styles.
Birch
Natural birch is a medium-density hardwood with a distinct, moderate grain
pattern that ranges from straight to wavy or curly. The predominant sapwood
color is white to creamy yellow, while the heartwood varies in color from medium
or dark brown to reddish-brown. This range in color makes a distinctive
statement in a birch cabinetry selection.
Cherry
Cherry is an elegant, multi-colored hardwood. In its raw state, it has a
pinkish-brown hue with occasional shades of white, green, pink or even gray.
Natural or light stains accent these color variations. Small gum pockets,
streaks, pin knots and figures are common. Cherry wood will darken or “mellow”
with age. This mellowing is a natural occurrence and a benefit of owning solid
cherry cabinetry.
Oak
Red oak has a prominent open grain that ranges in color from white to yellow and
reddish-brown. Red oak is sometimes streaked with green, yellow or black mineral
deposits and may vary from a closely knit grain to a sweeping arch pattern.
Hickory
Hickory is a strong, open-grained wood that is known for its flowing grain
pattern and dramatic variation in color. It often contains random specks, burls
and mineral streaks, and it is not uncommon to see doors or parts of doors that
range in color from light to deep brown when finished in light or natural
stains. Darker stains will mildly tone these color variations, but these very
characteristics make each hickory kitchen unique and the preference of those who
love wood.
Maple
Hard maple is a strong, close-grained wood that is predominantly off-white in
color, although it also contains light hues of yellow-brown and pink. Hard maple
occasionally contains small mineral, light tan or reddish -tinged streaks that
will darken with stain. It is usually straight grained, but can be wavy or even
curly.
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