Let’s Go Into The World of Wood

As an ancient and changeable natural material, wood plays an important role in furniture making, the creation of kitchen items and artwork, and the design of everyday objects. But with so many wood species, how do we recognize and appreciate their uniqueness? We will explore the various properties of wood and take you into the world of wood.

First, the basic characteristics of wood: we generally identify the following points.

Color: Each wood has its own unique texture and color. Different woods have different colors, from light yellow pine and brown acacia to dark brown walnut. Observing the basic tone of the wood is the first step in identification.

Grain: The grain of the wood, the grain of the wood, is also very important for identification. Some woods such as oak ash do not have a pronounced rough grain, while woods such as cherry maple have a more delicate and smooth grain.

Hardness: Hardwoods such as light maple and oak, dark rosewood and walnut are suitable for durable furniture, while softwoods such as fir are easier to work with and are often used for carving and decoration.

Weight and Density: By feeling the weight of the wood and listening to the sound of the wood, you can initially determine its density. Higher density wood is usually heavier and duller in sound.

Here are some characteristics of wood commonly used in our factory for your reference:

Characteristics of Acacia Wood :

Color and texture: Acacia is usually dark brown to golden brown in color. Its texture is fine and even, sometimes with a wavy or spiral texture, giving a warm and elegant feel.

Hardness and durability: Acacia is a hardwood with high durability and resistance to wear and tear. It is also very resistant to moisture and pests, and many of our kitchen items are made of acacia wood such as cutting boards, wooden spoons, rolling pins, salad bowls, etc.

Characteristics of Beech Wood :

Color and texture: The color of beech is usually light brown to light red, with an even fine grain texture that is smooth to the touch.

Hardness: Beech is a hardwood that has good strength and durability but is not as heavy as some other hardwoods. So beech is easy to process, can accept paints and dyes very well, suitable for fine engraving and molding. We are usually used to make furniture, kitchen wooden spoons and various children’s toys.

Characteristics of Maple Wood :

Color and texture: Maple is usually light brown to almost white in color. Its texture is uniform and usually fine, sometimes with an attractive wavy or bird-eye pattern.

Hardness: Maple belongs to the hardwood category, the structure is hard and wear-resistant. We often use maple to make high-grade kitchen items such as wooden spoons, cutting boards, cheese boards, trays and so on.

Characteristics of Walnut Wood :

Color and texture: Walnut has no dark brown color and straight or wavy texture, giving a warm and elegant feeling.

Hardness: Walnut is a medium hardness of wood, strong and durable. It is easy to process and can accept painting and coloring well. It is widely used by us to make high-end small furniture, carving and kitchen supplies cutting board.

Characteristics of Olive Wood :

Color and texture: Olive wood has a distinctive golden to dark brown color with a distinctive wavy or swirling texture. It is one of the most popular wood in recent years.

Hardness: Olive wood is a hard, dense wood with high corrosion and water resistance. We are often used to make kitchen utensils such as cutting boards, cutlery, plates, etc., decorative gifts and small furniture.

Characteristics of Oak Wood :

Color and texture: Oak is usually light brown with a rough and distinct texture.

Hardness: Oak is a very hard and durable wood. It is widely used to make furniture, floors, wine barrels and so on.

Characteristics of Cherry Wood :

Color and texture: Cherries lack delicate texture and rich reddish brown tones, which gradually deepen over time.

Hardness: Cherry wood is a medium hardness wood, strong and durable. We are often used to make high-end furniture, cabinets, wood carvings and Musical Instruments.

Characteristics of Ash Wood :

Color and texture: Ash is usually light brown to white in color, with distinct tree-ring texture, giving a natural and fresh visual effect.

Hardness and elasticity: Ash is a medium to hard wood, its most prominent feature is its excellent elasticity and toughness. Easy to process and form, able to accept nails and screws well, but also easy to paint and color. We often used to manufacture some high-grade musical instrument accessories, decorative gifts and so on.

Each wood has its own unique aesthetic and physical properties, making them highly sought-after in a variety of applications. Did the above help you make a more informed decision when choosing materials?