Choosing the right wood for the cabinets is an essential element when designing the overall feel of a kitchen. Wood choice is largely dependent on light sources, so when choosing wood and finish, a homeowner would want to consider what wood source and finish will make the best use of the light available and will create the look they want.

Kitchen Cabinet Wood Varieties

Some of the finest woods for cabinetry are the hardwoods: 

• Maple - Durable and light-hued, the close grain of maple gives your kitchen a natural, earthy appeal.
• Hickory - A hard wood, hickory boasts dramatic color variations that give your kitchen a one-of-a-kind flavor.
• Oak - The red variety of this hardwood has a colorful open grain to it that is often streaked with colorful striations. The traditional beauty oak lends to a kitchen is timeless.
• Cherry - There's nothing more elegant than a kitchen finished in cherry. The pin knots and streaks and gum pockets that are found naturally in cherry wood give your kitchen a straight from the forest appeal.
• Birch - The dramatic grain that streaks birch wood lends a distinctive flavor to your kitchen. The color variations in which birch comes gives you a wide range of cabinetry choices. 

Choosing the right kind of wood for your cabinets is very important. First, you must know your budget. Don't choose cherry wood cabinets if you can't afford it. You must also choose a type of wood that you like. Don't put maple cabinets in your home if you don't like the look of maple wood. Choose the right type of wood for your cabinets so your remodel is a success.

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