8 Unique Types of Wood for Table Making

At Timber Ridge Table Company, we carry multiple types of ethically sourced wood from walnut, cherry, oak, maple, Guanacaste, and steamed walnut to monkeypod, elm, silver maple, white oak, soft maple, box elder, cedar and many more. Combining these high quality woods with our master craftsmanship creates one of a kind, custom tables that are built to last for decades to come. Some wood types are more unique and rare than others, below is a list of some of the most unique wood types carried at Timber Ridge Table Company.


  • Box Elder: Box elder wood is a hard wood with a light color and unique pinkish-red streaks caused by fungal discoloration. It is less dense than other hardwoods, making it less durable but easier to work with. 
  • Monkeypod: Monkeypod wood is a tropical hard wood that is characterized by distinctive grain patterns and golden brown wood. Monkeypod wood is know for its durability and strength.
  • Steamed walnut: Steamed walnut refers to walnut wood that has been treated with steam to darken its color and even out the natural variations in the wood. Walnut wood is known for its rich, dark color and fine grains. 
  • Guanacaste: Guanacaste is a tropical wood that is imported from Costa Rica. Guanacaste is known for its beautiful grain patterns, durability,and resistance to decay. These trees can grow up to 115 feet tall and can be up to 11 feet in diameter. These make great large conference room tables, dining room tables, and cross cut round tables. Guanacaste can also be used for live edge epoxy tables, live edge tables, or a traditional style table or countertop. 
  • Elm: Elm wood is a hard wood known for its interlocking grain patterns, strength and resistance to splitting. Elm wood varies in color from light brown to dark brown. 
  • Silver Maple: Silver maple is a type of soft maple. It is identified by a light color with subtle grain patterns, it is softer and less dense than hard maple. 
  • Cedar: Cedar wood is a soft wood known for its durability and resistance to decay. It has a distinctive aroma and ranges in color from light brown to red-brown. 
  • White Oak: White oak wood is a hard wood known for its strength, durability and attractive grain patterns. It ranges in color from light tan to medium brown and is highly resistant to rot and decay. 


  • Timber Ridge Table Company we aim to produce the highest quality wood tables, custom countertops, and other wood projects. We use ethically sourced wood materials harvested from reliable sources. This high quality wood is complimented by our expert craftsmanship and the highest rated finishing products. 


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