Wood and Finish Guide

Because sometimes, endless options can be overwhelming.

Hardwood selections

Hand-picked to ensure your piece stands the test of time.

Medium density hardwood
High knottiness and rustic character - a great material for harvest tables
Low shock resistance
Often stained (pictures below are all Alder stained with Dark Walnut stain)

: Dark Walnut Stain on Rustic Alder

: Smith Sideboard

: Summertree Dining Table

The hardest of our wood options
Medium knottiness, incredible character
Built for durability - heavy-duty, not easily dented
Beautiful wood grain that varies in color from reddish brown, to white brown, to white
Stainable, but also beautiful in its natural color

: Hickory Top with Water-Based Finish

: Germantown Trestle Table

: Hickory Top with Water-Based Finish

: Germantown Trestle Table

Our favorite wood species, we refer to walnut as "the nicest wood you've ever heard of"
Great blend of hardness and natural beauty
Light to chocolate brown in color
Normally naturally finished without stain

: Walnut Live Edge Top, Rubio Monocoat

: Summertree Dining Table – Walnut top, water-based lacquer

Finishing options

Durability and quality with either option.

Hand-applied, oil-based stain to seal and protect the wood
20+ options to choose from
Dark Walnut is by far the most popular stain, and looks great on Alder, Hickory and White Oak
Cherry and Walnut are recommended to be left unstained and finished with a clear coat of either Rubio Monocoat or Water-Based Finish
Tasteful distressing available upon request. Please note that in the Order Notes section when ordering
Custom stain mixes and samples available upon request

: Dark Walnut Stain on our Summertree Dining Table in Rustic Alder

: 20+ Stain Colors

We offer two different types of finishes
- Water-based lacquer finish
  - Satin (minimal sheen)
  - High-performance, eco-friendly
  - Durable, clear finish (doesn't yellow over time)
  - Damp rag/soap and water cleanup
- Rubio Monocoat matte finish
  - Available for Cherry, White Oak, and Walnut products only
  - Normally, we use Rubio Monocoat Pure, which is a clear coat that brings out a slight amber color in the wood. However, there are color variations available as well.
  - Initially made for commercial flooring, this product protects wood from water and food while maintaining a raw, natural look
  - No sheen
  - Handles scratches and daily abuse very well
  - Damp rag/soap and water cleanup

: Germantown Trestle Table with a light brown stain, Water-based lacquer

: Summertree Dining Table – Walnut top, water-based lacquer

: Rustic Alder, Dark Walnut Stain, Satin Water-Based Lacquer

: White Oak, Rubio Monocoat

: Walnut Top, Rubio Monocoat finish

: Germantown Trestle Table, Walnut, Rubio Monocoat Finish

For any further questions, please see our FAQs page.

If you'd like to see samples of our pieces and finishes in person, please contact us to set up an appointment. We'd love to meet with you.

Wood and Finish Guide

Because sometimes, endless options can be overwhelming.

Hardwood selections

Hand-picked to ensure your piece stands the test of time.

Finishing options

Durability and quality with either option.

For any further questions, please see our FAQs page.

If you'd like to see samples of our pieces and finishes in person, please contact us to set up an appointment. We'd love to meet with you.

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Wood and Finish Guide

Because sometimes, endless options can be overwhelming.

Hardwood selections

Hand-picked to ensure your piece stands the test of time.

Finishing options

Durability and quality with either option.

For any further questions, please see our FAQs page.If you'd like to see samples of our pieces and finishes in person, please contact us to set up an appointment. We'd love to meet with you.

For any further questions, please see our FAQs page.

If you'd like to see samples of our pieces and finishes in person, please contact us to set up an appointment. We'd love to meet with you.