Most Common Imported Wood Species

Question 1

Creamy white to reddish brown color; straight grained with tiny wood pores; bird’s eye pattern and special burl figures are also available; good shock resistance

Answer 1

Maple

Question 2

Light gray-brown to dark purple-brown colors; very strong and stable; only moderately heavy and stiff but with good shock resistance

Answer 2

Walnut

Question 3

Light grayish brown to reddish brown; stringing grain figure and large open pores; heavy, hard, and strong; durable under exposure and great wear resistance; used for minimalistic furniture

Answer 3

Oak