Knotty Alder Kitchen Cabinets
Alder is a poplar wood that is inexpensive and great for distressed or glazed finishes. The wood does not stain evenly so it always has a unique stain appearance with each piece. The common finishes for alder wood are natural whitewashed and unfinished.
Alder wood ranges in colors from reddish brown to a pale gold appearance. It has an eve texture and straight grain pattern. Knotty alder has large knots that are sealed naturally with a rustic appearance for kitchen cabinets.
The fresh cut wood is pale in color and changes to different colors with exposure to the elements. Alder has a distinctive appearance from all the other woods. Knotty alder is also called rustic alder.
Knotty alder can have the straight grains as well as the knots they are popular for as well as curls near or around the knots. This adds more character to the wood and is a sought after natural design for kitchen cabinets.
During the last year the popularity of knotty alder has increased and continues to amaze consumers of the natural unique formation of the wood grains. The natural wonders of the wood extend further than just the appearance. Knotty alder is also a strong durable wood that has a long lasting benefit for cabinets.
To help with the drying process of knotty alder some manufactures will use a drying kiln to speed up the aging process. This quick drying of the wood is due to the high demand from consumers and allows manufacturers to meet the ever-increasing demands of the natural beauty wood for cabinets.
Alder grows in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest as well as California. Compared to the other woods in the area the demands of alder have created a huge rush for the wood industry to secure their supplies.
Add the knotty alder kitchen cabinets to your kitchen and bring the beauty of the wilderness into the comforts of your home.
