A variety of woods can be found in antique furniture. Here are 6 types of woods to consider.

1. TYPES OF
WOOD USED
IN ANTIQUE
FURNITURE

2. A piece of antique
wooden furniture
always carries
great value. Value
depends on its
quality, unique
design and pattern.
According to the
antique furniture
restorations in
Hobart, 6 types of
wood are mostly
found in antique
furniture.

3. Pine:
Pine is a softwood that
does not shrink or swell,
although it is prone to
splitting. This is
frequently used to
construct the body or
interiors of antique
furniture, only to be
veneered subsequently.

4. Mahogany:
Mahogany comes under
the hardwood category
mostly found in
European style antique
furniture. It comes with a
distinctive grain texture
and ranges from
brownish pattern to red.

5. Oak:
Oak is a hardwood
extensively used in
furniture construction,
cabinetry and
woodturning.
White and red oak both
are popular varieties.

6. Walnut:
Walnut come in a
multitude of colours and
it is popular for its
cathedral patterns. Black
walnut is widely used in
furniture construction.

7. Rosewood:
This wood receives its name
from the aroma it emits when
cut, which is similar to that of a
flower. The wood resembles
mahogany in appearance, but it
contains fine black or white
rings and is considerably
heavier.

8. Cherry:
This is a popular
hardwood in Queen Anne
styles and American
antiques. When originally
cut, the wood is
practically pink, but as it
ages, it darkens to
magnificent browns and
reds.

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