| There are several types of hardwood lumber and | | | | and other crafty items. The yellow poplar grows in |
| sometimes it's difficult to figure out which type is | | | | the Eastern U.S. so it's even less expensive (and |
| right for your project, especially if you're a novice | | | | therefore more common) on the East Coast. |
| craftsman. All hardwood is not only beautiful but also | | | | Lastly, beech is a very popular lumber since it grows |
| durable. The amount of durability and the preference | | | | throughout the U.S. as well as other countries. Beech |
| of style will help you decide which is best for your | | | | is used for flooring, furniture, doors and a wide |
| project. Here is an overview of the different lumber | | | | variety of other projects. The wood tends to be |
| types, their durability, and where to buy them. | | | | more porous than other hardwoods and therefore it's |
| A beautiful wood that is used mostly for furniture, | | | | easy to evenly paint or stain. |
| cabinetry and musical instruments is walnut. It has a | | | | If you're on a budget or have a large project that |
| dark tone and a distinctive tight grain which makes it | | | | you don't want to invest a lot of money in, consider |
| ideal for a veneer as well. Due to its lack of volume | | | | using veneered plywood. Hardwood veneer will give |
| each tree produces, it can be an expensive wood | | | | you the look of hardwood without the high price. |
| and is usually only used for small projects or as | | | | Plywood should not be used for intricate, sculpted or |
| accents. | | | | beveled work since the plywood will show through. |
| For a tried and true durable wood, oak is ideal. It is | | | | It's perfect for flat surfaces such as bookcases and |
| used for hardwood flooring, cabinetry and for | | | | tables. For added durability, choose an oak veneer |
| furniture. Its distinctive soft tones and large grain | | | | which won't warp easily and is easy to stain. Choose |
| makes it perfect for many different styles of | | | | a brand that is reputable and of high quality such as |
| décor, though it is most popular in kitchens | | | | Windsor plywood. |
| and for country style décor. Its price is higher | | | | Hardwood lumber suppliers can be found with a |
| than most other hardwoods due to its durability and | | | | search in the phone book or using in the internet. |
| length of time to reach maturity. | | | | Most home improvement stores are well stocked |
| For a novice woodworking craftsman, the perfect | | | | with hardwood and hardwood veneer. You can also |
| starter hardwood is yellow poplar. It is the easiest | | | | look for wood online but make sure you know what |
| wood to work with and less expensive than both | | | | you're buying and make sure the savings is worth |
| walnut and oak. It is used for making furniture, toys | | | | the shipping cost. |