TIMBER GUIDE
Choosing the right timber is one of the most important decisions when selecting furniture.
Each species offers its own colour, grain and natural character, influencing both the appearance and feel of the finished piece.
At The Bespoke Carpentry Co., we work with premium hardwoods selected for their durability, beauty and long-term performance. Rather than using stains, our furniture showcases the natural qualities of the timber itself. This approach allows each piece to reflect the natural beauty of the material, ensuring that no two items are exactly the same.
Oak
Oak is one of the most widely used hardwoods in furniture making, valued for its strength, durability and distinctive grain. Its warm, natural tones range from light golden hues to deeper, richer shades over time.
Oak is particularly well suited to dining tables and everyday furniture, offering both practicality and a timeless appearance.
Ash
Ash is a light-coloured hardwood with a prominent and consistent grain pattern. Its pale tone creates a bright and contemporary look, making it well suited to modern interiors.
Strong and resilient, ash combines durability with a lighter aesthetic.
Walnut
Walnut is known for its rich, dark tones and striking grain patterns. Its natural colour ranges from deep brown to chocolate hues, often with lighter variations that add visual depth.
Ideal for statement furniture pieces.
Sapele
Sapele is a reddish-brown hardwood with a rich, warm tone and interlocking grain. Often compared to mahogany, it offers a refined appearance.
Durable and elegant, it suits more traditional or luxurious designs.
Tulipwood
Tulipwood, also known as poplar, is a pale hardwood with a smooth, even texture.
Its light colour creates a clean and understated appearance, ideal for modern and minimal designs.
beech
Beech is a light hardwood with a fine, uniform grain and smooth finish.
Its pale tone gives it a clean and modern look. Known for strength and versatility.
Iroko
Iroko is a highly durable hardwood with a golden to medium brown tone.
Naturally resistant to moisture and weather, it is ideal for outdoor furniture and develops a beautiful patina over time.