Woods
JATOBA
Characteristics: A stable wood that is little affected by changes in humidity level
Appearance: Fine texture, slightly straight grain
Color: Depending on the light, color can vary from purple brown to orange brown to red brown
Origin: Central and South America
WALNUT
Characteristics: A high quality wood that is well-regarded by cabinetmakers
Appearance: Grain can be straight or wavy; texture goes from medium to coarse
Color: Greyish yellow to brown with dark streaks
Origin: United States and Southern region of Canada
MAPLE
Characteristics: A beautiful finish gives it an attractive appearance
Appearance: Tight texture
Color: Light brown to dark brown, with a red tint, often with stains or wavy
Origin: North America, particularly Eastern Canada
CHERRY
Characteristics: Fruit tree, hardwood; good to work with
Appearance: Polishes nicely, relatively heavy
Color: Medium brown to reddish, going from pinkish brown to red
Origin: North America
WILD CHERRY
Characteristics: Hardwood that allows for an excellent finish
Appearance: Very smooth texture
Color: Pinkish brown to pinkish yellow
Origin: North America
OAK
Characteristics: Stable, durable, easy to work with
Appearance: Straight grain, coarse texture
Color: Yellowish brown, with reddish accents
Origin: North America
