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What are the differences among wood species?
How do I know which is the best choice for me?
Often times it is a matter of personal taste and lifestyle match, and sometimes budget. But here is some solid information on each wood specie that may help:
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Cherry is a fine-grained hardwood that ranges in color tone from near white through pinks and reds. Its subtle grain patterns are enhanced by localized color variations of green, pink, or yellow streaks. Cherry is known and expected to change and "mellow" with age, creating a beautiful patina.
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Maple is a dense, strong, fine-grained, smooth wood that is mostly off-white in color with streaks of gold, pink, and brown throughout. It can also have mild, dark streaks. The tightly swirled grain is very muted and subtle. For this reason, natural and light color stains are very popular.
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Hickory is a strong, course-grained hardwood that has dramatic variations in color knots, and grain pattern. The grain pattern is so intense it's not uncommon to see cabinet parts that vary from extremely dark to almost white. Darker stains will mildly tone the appearance of these variations. Be sure to see a sample door at your dealer.
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Red Oak is a dense, strong, course-grained hardwood with color tones from near white or yellow to pink, red, or brown. Oak has streaks of green, gold, and black mineral deposits, as well as other natural characteristics, such as pin knots and flecks. Its grain is often described as a prominent flame-shaped pattern that is beautifully enhanced when finish color is applied.
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