The Kitchen Cottage
8810 Normandy Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32221
Phone: 904-338-6879
Fax: 904-638-6921
Hours:
By Appointment Only
Monday–Saturday
The Beauty of Wood
Wood species in all finishes will exhibit color changes when exposed to different types of light and environments over time. Through this natural process, graining differences, mineral streaks and color variations can be expected in wood cabinetry. KraftMaid Cabinetry's door styles often exhibit these natural and beautiful characteristics that are inherent in all wood cabinetry. Understanding these unique variations will give you greater appreciation for the natural beauty of wood cabinetry. Natural Finish shown.
Maple
Hard maple is a strong, close-grained wood that is predominantly off-white in color, although it also contains light hues of yellow-brown and pink. Hard maple occasionally contains small mineral, light tan or reddish-tinged streaks that will darken with stain. It is usually straight grained, but can be wavy or even curly.
Hickory
Hickory is a strong, open-grained wood that is known for its flowing grain pattern and dramatic variation in color. It often contains random specks, burls and mineral streaks and it is not uncommon to see doors or parts of doors that range in color from light to deep brown when finished in light or natural stains. Darker stains will mildly tone these color variations, but these very characteristics make each hickory kitchen unique and the preference of those who love wood.
Oak
Red oak has a prominent open grain that ranges from white, to yellow and reddish-brown. Red oak is sometimes streaked with green, yellow or black mineral deposits and may vary from a closely knit grain to a sweeping arch pattern.
Cherry
Cherry is an elegant, multi-colored hardwood. In its raw state, it has a pinkish-brown hue with occasional shades of white, green, pink or even gray. Natural or light stains accent these color variations. Small gum pockets, streaks, pin knots and figures are common. Cherry wood will darken or "mellow" with age. This mellowing is a natural occurrence and a benefit of owning solid cherry cabinetry.