What is special about Cocobolo wood ?
Sam Wood Worker
The first time I saw a piece of cocobolo wood I genuinely thought someone had painted it. The colors looked too good to be natural. Deep orange, rich red, dark…
Wood Species
Various Dark Wood Types: A Complete Guide (2026)
Dark Wood Types The first time I walked into a room with dark walnut floors and dark wood furniture I just stood there for a moment. Something about it felt…
Jatoba Wood (Brazilian Cherry Wood) – Uses, Pro’s & Con’s
When it comes to exotic lumber, Jatoba wood (also known as Brazilian Cherry in the flooring industry) is an exotic Brazilian Cherry wood that not only is extremely durable. The…
Balsa Wood: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
I still remember the first time I picked up a piece of balsa wood. I thought someone was playing a joke on me. It felt like holding a thick piece…
Understanding Sapele Wood: Pros and Cons Explained
If you’ve never worked with sapele before, you’re in for a surprise the first time you run a board through the planer. What comes out on the other side doesn’t…
Sheesham Wood is good or bad
Walk into almost any furniture store — online or off — and you’ll bump into Sheesham. It’s on the beds, the dining sets, the bookshelves. Sellers love it. But should…