Finishes

Choosing the right finish is just as important as choosing the right wood species and door style. Our products are typically coated with a catalyzed lacquer for durability, designed to highlight the natural beauty of the wood. Multiple layers are applied for depth and protection.

We offer a wide variety of finishes to satisfy a range of personal tastes and lifestyles. Custom stains, antiqued finishes, and distressed qualities are available to achieve the perfect outcome. We take great care in preparing our surfaces for finishing.

Common wood selections include:

Alder – Native to the Northwest, usually light brown in color. Takes a stain and finishes well.

Beech – Grown in Germany. Pale pink brown to reddish with straight, fine grain. Very hard and durable. Takes a stain and finishes well.

Birch – Grown in USA. Wide range of color, light yellow to reddish-brown. Straight, closed grain with fine and even texture. Good with stain, polish, and paint.

Hickory/Pecan – Highest strength American hardwood. Light cream colored sapwood with chocolate heartwood. Stains and polishes to a good finish. Rustic appearance makes a handsome presentation for furniture and cabinetry.

Lyptus – Hybrid species being grown in Brazil. Similar in color and grain to Genuine Mahogany. Stains and finishes well.

Mahogany, Khaya – Grown in Africa. Color ranges from light brown to reddish brown with straight and interlocked grains. Stains and finishes well.

Maple, Northern White Hard – Creamy to bright white color, straight, closed grain, though curly or wavy grain can be present. Very hard, but machines and finishes well. Can display patchy appearance when stained.

Red Oak – Biscuit to pink color with reddish tinge. Mostly straight-grained with strong grain structure. Can be stained and polished to a good finish. Warmth of color and durability make it acceptable in any hardwood application.

Walnut, American Black – Heartwood is rich dark brown to purplish-black. It’s grain is mainly straight but with occasional curvy or wavy grain present. Polishes to a high finish and used in high-end furniture, cabinetry, clocks, etc.

Other wood species, burls, and decorative veneers also available.