
Cabinetry
Characteristics of Hardwood Cabinetry
Since all hardwoods exist in harsh environments, where natural occurring traumas affect how trees grow, each species develops unique colors and grain patterns. High winds, temperature fluctuations, soil conditions and even proximity to other trees can create these unique color and grain variations. As a result, each tree and the lumber they produce are entirely unique.
The characteristics of the four most common hardwood species used in cabinetry are outlined in greater detail below.



Cherry: Cherry is rich in color and smooth in texture. Generally a pinkish-brown, Cherry can also demonstrate white, green, red and grey. Cherry naturally darkens and mellows with age. This generally occurs gradually in the first six months and is more pronounced on natural finishes and lighter finishes - exposure to direct sunlight will accelerate this process. Mineral streaks, pitch pockets, pin knots and sapwood are natural and acceptable characteristics of Cherry.
