Wood Materials Database

50+ wood species with detailed properties, pricing, and best uses. Find the perfect material for your project with our comprehensive comparison tools.

Oak

Hardwood Hard Mid-Range

Janka Hardness: 1290

Density: 47 lbs/ft³

Price: $8-15/bf

Workability: Medium

Stability: Good

Best Uses

Furniture construction
Cabinet making
Flooring
Outdoor projects
Heavy-duty applications

Characteristics

Strong, durable wood
Beautiful grain patterns
Excellent for staining
Good resistance to wear
Traditional appearance

Considerations

Open grain requires filling
Can be difficult with hand tools
May have mineral streaks
Heavy weight
Good for traditional styles

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Maple

Hardwood Hard Premium

Janka Hardness: 1450

Density: 44 lbs/ft³

Price: $15-25/bf

Workability: Good

Stability: Excellent

Best Uses

Fine furniture
Cutting boards
Musical instruments
Kitchen cabinets
Turning projects

Characteristics

Very smooth, tight grain
Takes finishes beautifully
Excellent for food contact
Stable and predictable
Clean, modern appearance

Considerations

Can be expensive
May have mineral streaks
Requires sharp tools
Good for contemporary styles
Excellent for painted finishes

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Cherry

Hardwood Medium Premium

Janka Hardness: 950

Density: 35 lbs/ft³

Price: $18-30/bf

Workability: Excellent

Stability: Good

Best Uses

Fine furniture
Decorative projects
Kitchen cabinets
Turning and carving
Veneer work

Characteristics

Beautiful reddish-brown color
Fine, straight grain
Excellent workability
Ages beautifully over time
Warm, rich appearance

Considerations

Expensive premium wood
Color darkens with age
May have gum pockets
Good for traditional styles
Excellent for natural finishes

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Pine

Softwood Soft Budget

Janka Hardness: 380

Density: 25 lbs/ft³

Price: $2-6/bf

Workability: Excellent

Stability: Fair

Best Uses

Construction projects
Painted furniture
Outdoor structures
Beginner projects
Framing and support

Characteristics

Lightweight and easy to work
Affordable and readily available
Good for painted finishes
Natural resistance to decay
Pleasant pine scent

Considerations

Soft and easily dented
May have knots and defects
Not ideal for fine furniture
Good for rustic styles
Excellent for learning

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