Wood of the Month
Pictures and images of wood species. Learn about hardwood and softwood including maple, cherry, pine, chestnut, birch and zebrawood.
Lacewood's Flakey Look Ranks High for Furniture, Cabinetry
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 05/08/2013 3:00:00 PM
Lacewood's name most likely is derived from the wood’s distinctive lacey appearance, which has also been described as speckled, flecked and flakey. Sponsored by Pollmeier Inc.
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European Beech: Versatile for Cabinets, Flooring & Furniture
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 02/01/2013 3:00:00 PM
Chameleon-like European beech offers a variety of options for cabinetry, flooring, furniture and more. Sponsored by Pollmeier Inc.
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Koa: Tree Soldiers On for Furniture & Musical Instruments
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 11/29/2012 8:00:00 AM
A tropical hardwood for furniture, casegoods and musical instruments, this “exotic” domestic is full of surprises.
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Pacific Maple: Big Leaf and Soft
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 10/08/2012 8:56:00 AM
Pacific Coast maple goes by a variety of terms, among them big leaf maple and Oregon maple, but is also known as soft maple.
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Limba: A Rocking Wood Species
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 10/04/2012 10:00:00 AM
Black or white, limba is an ideal species for musical instruments and other products.
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White Oak: A Cut Above for Cabinets & Casegoods
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 09/05/2012 3:15:00 PM
White oak offers an enduring presence in furniture and cabinetry. Sponsored by Northwest Hardwoods
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Paldao: Rising in Popularity for Furniture & Cabinetry
By Jo-Ann Kaiser | Updated: 08/07/2012 11:50:00 AM
Paldao’s versatility helps it to shine on the world stage. Sponsored by Columbia Forest Products
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