Wood Types And Distinctions
When it comes to dining room furniture, there may be plenty of options to choose from
, but nothing gives the impression of quiet luxury and solid beauty, the way that solid wood furniture does. Wood can be literally of hundreds of different types, differing in terms of color, grain, hardness, patterns, markings, and individual character and personality.
You can do no better, when buying
dining furniture to opt for solid wood - durable, strong, shock resistant, great to look at and very long lasting. Before choosing a dining room set, it is a good idea to understand the different kinds of wood available and their different and individual characteristics.
Most commonly used types of wood, for dining room furniture as well as other kinds of furniture are wood types such as mahogany, oak, maple, beech and pine. Also very popular are cherry and walnut, with their distinctive and luxurious coloring.
Mahogany - This is a hard wood that has a distinctive rich, darker coloring; usually reddish brown. This wood lends itself very well to carving, such is its structure. So if it is a rather ornate
dining room set that you're thinking of getting, mahogany would be an ideal type of wood to select. Since this kind of wood is not generally prone to swelling or shrinking, and is very durable, it retains its shape and structure very well over the years. It is a heavy, stable wood, resulting in high quality furniture.
Oak - The very term evokes the feeling of solid, good quality, durable furniture. Oak is a heavy, hard wood, which is to be found in two distinctly recognizable varieties - white and red or black oak. The rings of oaken wood are prominently visible and are easy to stain in different colors making this a very popular choice due to its rustic appearance.
Maple - This is a distinctive, light colored wood that is of medium hardness but is again a very popular option for furniture as well as paneling or flooring. Again this is a very durable kind of wood, making it a popular choice. This wood can be stained to different colors, with its even grain, and fine texture. This makes it a very versatile kind of wood. Furniture makers frequently stain this light colored wood to make it resemble cherry or walnut woods which are typically more expensive.
Beech - This is a wood of medium hardness and is typically light or pale colored. This kind of wood is a popular choice for stools and chair, with a tight, fine grain, and appearance similar to birch. This kind of wood is popular in that it can be used to make a number of different things apart from furniture, such as toys, flooring, etc.
Pine - This is a soft wood, which is nevertheless very popular all over the world for its typical knotty appearance which can look warm and rustic and inviting. A distinctive yellowish tint to the wood and broad striation patterns makes this an attractive, lighter hued option, suitable for less formal furniture.
Wood Types And Distinctions
By: Sarika Kabra
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