Wood choices
The species of wood you decide upon should take into account the purpose you will be using it for, as well as the cost and the maintenance schedule. While specific species of woods have a general look, the grain varies from tree to tree & between heartwood (center of tree) and sapwood (outer rings). The angles the planks were cut from the solid trunk will make a difference in the appearance of the wood as well.
WOOD CHOICES
WHITE OAK- hard & resilient wood. resistant to fungi & insects. highly water resistant. open grain. Below $5per ft clear coat
CHERRY- moderately hard wood. Pleasant color range. Great finishing qualities. Below $5 per ft clear coat
BIRCH- close grained pattern. Dense heavy & durable. pale color. Scandinavian look. Great in modern interiors clear coat or paint
MAPLE- hard blonde wood. Closed smooth grain. About $6 per ft Paint
CEDAR-soft fine grain wood. Rich red color. weather to silver grey. Insect resistant. Light weight. About $5-6per ft clear coat or paint
PINE- Soft wood. Pronounced grain. About $4 per ft paint
MAHOGANY-straight open grain. Reddish brown. Very stable. $10-15 per ft clear coat or paint
TEAK- Hard. Dense. weather resistant. brown in color. About $15 per foot leave raw or clear coat
IPE- extremely dense light grain. Brown. No protection needed. Great for outdoor decks & furniture. About $8-$10 per foot leave raw or coat
ASH- supple. Excellent bending qualities. Strong. Outstandingly smooth. Takes stain very well. Open grain. Under $5 clear coat or paint
WALNUT- Dense. Strong. Resilient. species of choice for warm rich high quality appearance. About $8 per foot clear coat or paint
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