Wood material is used very sparsely when talking about objects to decorate or accent a home, whether that be inside or outside. Except for floors, it is also quite common to use wooden materials for doors and windows, including wooden shutters. Tampa residents should be aware that not just any type of wood should be used in furniture, and certain species of trees are more popular than others because of specific qualities. One of the most important things to consider when looking for wooden furniture is whether you would like them painted. Believe it or not, but many individuals with wooden furniture choose not to get them painted because they like the natural grain look in their home.
Wood Species for Beautiful Grain
There is nothing wrong with getting wooden furniture that is not stained or painted because there are some species of trees that have a beautiful natural grain to them. When it comes to wood grain and wooden shutters, Tampa residents might first want to consider pine wood. This species often has one of the darkest or most notable wood grains out of any tree species, yellow pine especially. Another great alternative to pine wood that a homeowner should consider would be cherry wood. Mahogany is another option with a great grain, which is often used in luxury furniture.
Wood Species for Durability
When someone wants wooden shutters for their homes but intends to paint over them, it is often best to go with the wood species that are the most durable. Often times when it comes to wooden shutters, Tampa residents should be aware that often the most common kinds of wood are the most durable. Although we have already talked about cherry wood for its wood grain, it is also very durable. Other species that are considered durable would be oak and maple. Because they are so popular, they are often not as expensive as other species of wood such as mahogany.
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