Wood Types

Wood Species Guide

Choosing the Right Wood for You

Every species has its own color, grain and personality. Here's a simple look at our four most popular woods to help you pick the one that fits your home and style.

Walnut wood grain sampleWalnutRich & dark

Deep, luxurious and timeless — the classic choice for a statement piece.

Color
Chocolate brown, from light coffee tones to near-black streaks, sometimes with hints of purple or gray.
Grain
Mostly straight with graceful waves; bold and full of character.
Hardness
Medium-hard · durable for daily use
Over time
Mellows slightly into a warmer, golden-brown tone.
Great for
Modern, mid-century and upscale rustic spaces.
Maple wood grain sampleMapleLight & bright

Clean, bright and incredibly tough — built to handle everyday life.

Color
Creamy white to pale honey, with occasional light-brown streaks.
Grain
Fine, even and subtle for a smooth, uniform look.
Hardness
Very hard · the toughest of the four
Over time
Gently warms to a soft amber glow.
Great for
Scandinavian, farmhouse, minimalist and bright, airy rooms.
Mahogany wood grain sampleMahoganyWarm & classic

Elegant and traditional, with a natural shimmer that catches the light.

Color
Warm reddish-brown, from salmon-pink tones to deep red.
Grain
Straight to gently interlocked, often with a ribbon-like shimmer.
Hardness
Medium · stable and resists warping
Over time
Deepens into a richer, darker red-brown.
Great for
Traditional, coastal and heirloom-style pieces.
Cherry wood grain sampleCherryAges beautifully

Smooth and warm — a wood that grows more beautiful every year.

Color
Starts a light pinkish-tan and darkens to a rich reddish-brown.
Grain
Fine and smooth, sometimes with small dark flecks or gentle curls.
Hardness
Medium · smooth and sturdy
Over time
Darkens noticeably with light exposure, especially in the first year.
Great for
Classic, Shaker, craftsman and cozy traditional homes.

Quick Pick: Which Wood Is Right for Me?

Choose Walnut

if you love dark, dramatic wood with bold grain.

Choose Maple

if you want a light, clean look and maximum durability.

Choose Mahogany

if you want a warm red tone with classic elegance.

Choose Cherry

if you'd love a piece that richens and deepens with age.

Please Note: Wood Is a Natural Product

Every piece we make is crafted from real, solid wood, and no two boards are ever alike. Grain patterns, color, and natural characteristics such as mineral streaks, color variation, and small knots will vary from piece to piece and from the samples shown here. Colors may also look different depending on your screen and lighting.

Because of this, the exact grain pattern and color of your piece cannot be guaranteed. These natural variations aren't flaws — they're what make your piece truly one of a kind.