WOOD SPECIES

MAPLE

Hard maple is a strong and dense wood with a fine grain structure, perfect for a sturdy butcher block work surface. Colors vary from clear blonde and light brown sapwood to more reddish-brown tones in the heartwood. Maple continues to be a popular choice for today’s kitchen and bath designs for its aesthetic versatility—fitting into both modern to classic motifs.

ASH

White ash is characterized by saying it is the “woodiest” of all the species offered. The distinct grain, bright golds and pale yellows make white ash a showstopper— popular in modern contemporary furniture design. Ash offers beautiful contrast with darker, yet complementary materials and finishes.

BLACK WALNUT

Often considered a more traditional wood species, black walnut has been hugely popular in modern contemporary design. Black walnut is favored for its rich and stunning chocolate tones and ability to play well with other materials, finishes and textures—providing a more interesting room. American black walnut grows “in our backyard”, reducing costs, shipping distances and environmental impact.

CHERRY

American cherry is a timeless classic wood, popular in early American furniture design. Today, cherry is one of the most popular choices for kitchen and bath cabinetry, thus making it a natural choice for a butcher block surface. Softer than many of the other species we offer, cherry is completely suitable as a functional work surface, but is most prized as an accent to add depth to design.

RED OAK

Red Oak is a proven timeless mainstay for interior designers. Favored for its distinct and pronounced grain structure, oak creates a rich and textured butcher block surface. Colors range from golden-brown to salmon, making it popular in traditional and rustic design themes.