Choose the Right Wood

The wood you choose changes the project.

Pine is cheap, soft, and forgiving. Great for practice and painted projects. It dents easily.

Oak is hard, strong, and beautiful. It has bold grain. Good for furniture.

Walnut is gorgeous and expensive. Deep brown with beautiful grain. For special pieces.

Maple is light, hard, and smooth. Great for cutting boards and furniture.

Cherry darkens beautifully with age. A lovely furniture wood.

Plywood is stable and strong. Great for cabinets and boxes. Good edges matter.

Match the wood to the project and your skill. Beginners start with pine.