Cherry is an exceptionally elegant hardwood, defined by soft grain patterns and rich tonality. In its natural state the specie may exhibit deep reddish-brown heartwood, while having areas that are slightly yellowish or even gray. These variations will be more visible in product finished in lighter colors. It is a closed-grain specie and may exhibit a slight mottling effect depending upon the chosen stain color. Cherry will display some of the following natural "marks:" pin knots, sapwood, mineral streaks, and pitch pockets/gum spots. These facets are a vital part of what gives Cherry its beautiful appearance. It is important to note that Cherry can react quite actively to light and will generally darken and redden over time. Cherry will darken with age & exposure to light. This is a natural occurrence. When cabinetry or components are added or replaced at a later date, they will normally be lighter in color and may need to be exposed to more direct sunlight to speed up the darkening process. Because the quantity and intensity of natural and artificial light will vary from home to home, and will thus age cabinetry in each home at different rates, Burrows Mfg. cannot be responsible for color differences that will naturally exist between aged and un-aged cabinetry.
Cherry
Walnut is a durable, rare and treasured, hard wood with a grain wavier near the roots and straighter at the trunk. Light to chocolate brown, it contains burls, butts and curls that show off well in a variety of finishes. Walnut is versatile and popular, since its luster grows over time - reflecting the incoming light and suffusing a kitchen with a warm glow. Walnut varies considerably from light to dark.
Walnut will "mellow" with age & exposure to light. This is a natural occurrence. When cabinetry or components are added or replaced at a later date, they will normally be darker in color and may need to be exposed to more direct sunlight to speed up the lightening process. Because the quantity and intensity of natural and artificial light will vary from home to home, and will thus age cabinetry in each home at different rates, Burrows Mfg. cannot be responsible for color differences that will naturally exist between aged and un-aged cabinetry.
Walnut
Northern White Maple is defined by its subtle elegant grain pattern. It is an exceptionally hard wood specie with closed pores. These characteristics make it less receptive to stain than many other species. It is common for this specie to exhibit a mottled or blotchy look when stained with mid to darker tone stains. Maple general coloration ranges from a yellowish-white to a light tan shade. Mineral streaks are common in maple and turn darker when stained. Maple is generally responsive to light and its overall color will change (usually towards a light yellow shade) over time, particularly when exposed to light. The surface appearance of white maple is a combination of soft, flowing grains, intermingled with different "patterns" caused by varying density. Pronounced circular "dots", known as Birdseye, are not uncommon, and are, in fact, frequently sought after in hard maple lumber. An effect known as "ribboning" or "fiddleback" (parallel wavy patches of hard and soft areas) is also common and distinctively attractive.
Maple
We no longer offer Ash cabinets.
Northern Red Oak is known for its strong and varied grain patterns, as with most other hardwoods red oak contains a variety of colors and tones. While red is the predominant color in red oak lumber, it is intermingled with shades of white, tan, brown, green, blue, and black. These colors appear randomly in any given piece of lumber. It is also important to remember that oak is not unlike other hardwoods. It will contain mineral streaks, small, sound knots, and occasional wormholes. Grains may vary from "even", to "wild". Oak machines well and is generally receptive to a variety of stains and finishes. It is a time-tested hardwood known for its durability and versatility.
Red Oak
Hickory is a particularly strong hardwood whose grain patterns will vary from "open" to "closed." It will vary "wildly" in color; ranging from a blond hue to dark brown, with mineral streaks, knots and burls emphasizing the natural growth of the tree. Hickory is generally admired for its dramatic variations in color and grain pattern. It is reasonably receptive to most stains and darker colors will "mellow" some of the inherent color variations. Due to its nature, the characteristics that define this specie will occur randomly throughout the product; some items may appear relatively "bland/clear" while others may be displayed quite prominently.
Hickory
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