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Hard woods
Sapele
Also known as scented mahogany, Sapele responds well to staining and is used for many of the same applications as true Mahogany, including furniture, cabinetry, decorative veneers, paneling, flooring, window and door frames, doors and staircases..
European Oak
Oak is well known as one of the strongest and most durable of woods, which is why it is commonly used for flooring and furniture. It has a deep grain and is also moisture resistant.
American Oak
American Oak is a hardwearing wood which produces a tough and durable product. It is a close grained timber with some minor colour variations and is used for a wide range of interior applications.
Ash
Light in colour and tough, Ash is a highly elastic wood which means it is ideal for furniture or paneling applications. It finishes well and produces a very attractive end product.
Maple
Maple is widely used for bowling alleys and flooring due to its fine texture and close grains. This is a very strong wood that is ideal for any high impact applications that may be necessary.
Walnut
Walnut is a moderately strong wood that is mainly used for decorative purposes due to its wonderful colour and exquisite patterning. Walnut is generally used for paneling, veneering, or framing but also can be used in furniture making.
Cherry
Cherry is usually straight grained with a rich lustre and reasonably uniform texture. It is a close grained wood which makes it ideal for use in the making of high quality furniture. Although due to its desirable look, it is also widely used for decorative purposes.
Iroko
Golden orange to dark brown coloured Iroko hardwood is naturally resistant to decay, attack by insects, and the Great British climate, meaning that it should last for many years. Without treatment it turns silver grey in colour. It’s natural timber colour can be preserved with furniture oil.
Idigbo
Idigbo is a straw coloured hardwood that, when treated, is similar in appearance to oak. Harvested in West Africa, it is a good material for exterior timber products such as gates.
Soft woods
Pine
Pine is widely used and has many different applications. This is mainly due to its uniform and smooth texture, ready availability and relative cheapness. Uses include mouldings, cabinets or actual construction of homes.