Old Fashioned Lumber Wood Species
At Old Fashion Lumber, we specialize in crafting timeless wood products using premium, sustainably sourced lumber. Our selection features a wide variety of domestic and exotic hardwoods, each chosen for its unique character, durability, and natural beauty. We offer quality lumber that tells a story.
American Black Walnut
American black walnut wood is warm in tone and rich in color, it is a fine-grained hardwood that is dense and resilient in shock resistance. When polished Walnut is very smooth in finish and is often used in veneers and is a sustainable wood species. Our Walnut slabs are all sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber through local responsible and reputable suppliers, ensuring sustainability and responsible environmental practices.
White Oak
Oakwood has a light to medium soft brown tone with a slight olive cast that subtly highlights its straight grain. It is a very resilient and beautiful wood, often used for veneers, general woodworking of cabinetry and furniture, flooring, and boatbuilding. A popular wood amongst designers and artisans alike. It is rated high in sustainability and sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber, regionally.
Live Oak
Live Oak is a strong and durable hardwood, known for its dense grain and exceptional resilience. Its color ranges from light to medium brown with a warm, natural character that makes it both versatile and timeless. When finished, Live Oak has a smooth surface that highlights its distinctive grain patterns, making it a favorite for custom furniture and architectural projects. Our Live Oak slabs are responsibly sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber from trusted local suppliers, ensuring sustainability and environmentally conscious practices.
Avocado
Avocado wood is a unique and versatile hardwood, valued for its warm golden to light brown tones and subtle, flowing grain patterns. Though not as commonly found as traditional hardwoods, Avocado offers good workability and a smooth finish when polished, making it an excellent choice for distinctive custom furniture pieces and accents. Our Avocado slabs are carefully sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber from local, responsible suppliers, ensuring sustainable practices and respect for the environment.
Claro Walnut
Claro Walnut has a range of natural tones from light pale brown to dark chocolate brown streaked with darker browns. The grain of Claro Walnut is is usually straight but sometimes irregular. It is a hardwood that is dense and resilient, much like black walnut. Claro Walnut is often used as veneers, woodworking such as cabinetry, musical instruments, and turned items such as bowls. It is sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber through reputable and responsible dealers.
Douglas Fir
Is prized for its strength, versatility, and warm, reddish-brown hue. Renowned for its durability and straight grain, Douglas Fir is a popular choice for construction, framing, and interior woodworking projects.
Deodar Cedar
Responsibly sourced in Pacific Northwest, Live Edge Cedar Slabs and Burls has a centuries old history.
Marine Wood
Sourced from Mission Bay Docks located in San Diego, California, are an integral part of the Mission Bay area, offering access to water recreation, boating, and waterfront dining.
Western Red Cedar
Native to the Pacific Northwest, it’s highly esteemed for its distinctive reddish-brown heartwood and exceptional durability. Its natural resistance to decay, insects, and rot makes it a preferred choice for outdoor applications such as siding, decking, and fencing. this wood is a symbol of sustainability and timeless beauty.
Exotic Wood
Guanacaste, also known as Parota, is a tropical hardwood admired for its bold grain patterns and rich color variations from golden to deep brown. Lightweight yet durable, it’s an excellent choice for live edge tables and statement furniture. Our slabs are responsibly sourced by Old Fashioned Lumber from trusted local suppliers, ensuring sustainable and environmentally sound practices.
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