| Maple characterized by its smooth, even and fine grain pattern. Natural maple has some color variation, but is generally more uniform than most hardwoods. Mineral streaks are common in maple and appear darker when stained. A distinct mottled or blotchy look is apparent when a stain is applied. Most wood door styles are available in maple. |
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Cherry A smooth even grained hardwood known for its warm, rich character. Heartwood can range from deep red to reddish-brown color. In its natural state cherry may have areas that are yellowish, green and even gray. Variations may be present in natural or light finished cabinets. Cherry "mellows" and darkens with age; exposure to bright or direct sunlight will cause the wood to darken and redden significantly. Cherry will have some sapwood, mineral streaking, fine pinholes and pitch pockets. |
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| Red Birch A strong, durable, closed grained wood with a very even texture. In a natural finish the grain patterns allow for an iridescent appearance. This species looks similar to cherry wood but doesn't darken dramatically as it is exposed to sunlight. Because red birch is the select heartwood from yellow birch trees, some sapwood of a lighter color may be blended in the mix of boards. |
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| Oak Northern red oak is known for its predominant grain patterns that range from straight line to arched and pointed. Color and value (lightness or darkness) variations are present and noticeable in natural finishes. Oak is one of the stronger hardwoods and still remains a popular hardwood for cabinets. Rustic Oak Has the same characteristics as oak with intense, predominant grain patterns and color variations along with select knotholes and more radical graining. Rustic oak will have various size open and closed knots or black fill. Approximately 50% of the order will contain knots and defects normally not allowed on standard oak doors. |
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| Pecan
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a member of the hickory family and one of the stronger hardwoods. Pecan is
characterized by dramatic color variations ranging from white sapwood to
reddish brown heartwood, even in the same piece of wood. Pecan will "mellow"
with age making the color variation less apparent. It will contain
characteristics associated with tree growth, which include pinhole, knots,
burls and color streaks. Due to variations in wood, some cabinet parts will
have fewer characteristics than others. Rustic Pecan Has the same characteristics as pecan with dramatic color variations, pinhole, knots, knotholes, burls, and color streaks, along with more radical graining. Rustic pecan will have various size open and closed knots or black fill. Approximately 50% of the order will contain knots and defects normally not allowed on standard pecan doors. |
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| Black Walnut
Has been called the "king of hardwoods." Walnut is smooth-grained with a rich and warm appeal. Color can range from deep chocolate brown to light reddish-gray brown. While care is taken to eliminate it, sapwood areas may be present and range in hue from light yellow to light brown. As it ages, walnut will "mellow" and lighten in color. |
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Accents Available in Maple, Oak and Pecan |
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Opaques Available in Maple, Oak and MDF |
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Glazes More glazes than ever! Two elegant pastel stains, Alma and Pearl, are available on maple with new Caramel, Pewter or Coffee glazes. You can also order the soft gray Pewter and dark brown Coffee as special effect on all standard stains. These glamorous hand-wiped finishes guarantee that no two kitchens will ever look alike. |
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