Woods
Tharp custom cabinets can be constructed from one of eleven hardwoods that are stocked in the company facility. All of our woods are sourced from select suppliers and from specific growing regions throughout the world. Consistent color and grain pattern for your entire order is ensured by stocking “same batch” stock and all our woods are kiln dried and stored in moisture controlled environments to provide the best end product.
Unlike may of our competitors, ALL our products are available in ALL of our available woods.
Oak
Oak is a hardwood chosen primarily for its prominent, open grain pattern. Some color variation from reddish tan to medium brown.
- Heavy in weight
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Accepts stain readily and finishes well
Alder
Alder affords a uniform grain pattern similar to cherry. Color varies slightly from reddish brown to light tan or honey.
- A relatively soft hardwood with lower shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommend optional “Tone” finish for darker colors
Wormy Maple
Wormy Maple shows heavy mineral streaks and color variations caused by the ambrosia worm. No two boards are alike. Colors and patterns vary significantly.
- Relatively low shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommended in lighter stain options
Knotty Pine
Pine is a softwood with a relatively straight grain pattern. Color is usually light yellowish-tan to red or yellowish-brown. Knots are tight and sound.
- Softwood with low shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommended in lighter stains only
Knotty Hickory
Knotty Hickory varies widely in color from white sapwood to dark brown heartwood. A “rugged-rustic” appearance.
- Very dense wood with high shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommended in lighter stains only
Maple
Maple is a light wood with closed, subdued grain and a uniform texture. Maple is a popular choice for painted finishes or a contemporary look.
- Very hard wood with high shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommended in lighter stain colors or with “Toned” finishes
Hickory
A super dense hardwood with lots of grain movement. Colors and patterns vary significantly from a creamy white to a beige, with dark brown streaks.
- Super hard with high shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Recommended in lighter stain options
Cherry
Cherry has a rich color and flowing grain pattern. Colors vary from light to dark reddish brown. Cherry is light-sensitive and darkens significantly with age.
- Medium shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Finishes well in all colors
Walnut
Walnut has a beautiful, straight, open grain pattern which ranges from a deep rich chocolate brown to purplish black colors.
- Hard wood with high shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Finishes well in all colors
Knotty Cherry
Knotty Cherry offers a sophisticated look with a rustic touch. Colors vary from light to dark reddish brown with tight knots. Knotty Cherry is light sensitive and darkens significantly with age.
- Medium shock resistance
- Available in all 28 door styles
- Finishes well in all colors
