One of the benefits of investing in hardwood furniture is the durability it possesses. Antique furniture, noted for its beauty and elegance, is also marked by its strength. This is because it is crafted from hardwoods.
Modern wood artisans craft most, if not all, of their pieces from hardwoods. Often, they utilize indigenous hardwoods such as Indiana cherry or maple. Amish dining sets are noted for their sturdy construction and beautiful style.
Research the variety of wood species, whether native or imported, that are being used to crafts some of your favorite furnishings. What are the benefits of each wood species? Does a maple piece possess a rich, warm color but lack the strength of oak? How does a traditionally cut oak piece compare to a quarter sawn white oak piece? Does a hickory furnishing add a rustic accent to a furnishing better than a rustic cherry piece?



