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Rich, refined, and timeless, walnut is a premium hardwood cherished for its deep colour, smooth grain, and exceptional workability. We offer high-quality walnut lumber, panels, and veneers perfect for fine furniture, cabinetry, flooring, millwork, and custom woodworking projects that call for both elegance and performance. Walnut is known for its dark chocolate-brown heartwood, often accented with purplish or grey undertones and a subtle, flowing grain. It machines beautifully, carves with precision, and finishes to a rich, lustrous sheen—making it a favourite among professional woodworkers, designers, and hobbyists alike. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in hard-to-find, high-quality wood species and offers expert, personalized service. Whether you’re building a custom dining table or a standout interior feature, walnut delivers enduring beauty, strength, and a touch of luxury to every project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What walnut products does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries American black walnut hardwood lumber in select grades for furniture and cabinetry, walnut hardwood plywood, and walnut flooring. Walnut is one of the most prized domestic hardwoods in North America for its rich chocolate-brown colour, beautiful grain, and excellent workability.
What makes American black walnut a premium hardwood?
American black walnut combines an exceptionally attractive dark chocolate-brown colour, straight to mildly figured grain, and Janka hardness of approximately 1010 — hard enough for furniture and flooring but soft enough to work readily with hand and power tools. It takes a finish beautifully, requiring minimal surface preparation to produce a high-quality result. Walnut's limited geographic range and slow growth make it one of the more expensive domestic hardwoods.
Does walnut need to be stained?
No. Walnut's rich natural colour and grain are best appreciated under a clear or near-clear finish. Staining walnut is rarely done and generally considered counterproductive since the natural colour is the species' primary value. Clear finishes including oil, varnish, and polyurethane are the standard choices for walnut furniture and cabinetry.
Is walnut suitable for flooring?
Yes. American black walnut flooring is a premium option with a warm, distinctive appearance that suits contemporary and traditional interiors. At approximately 1010 Janka, walnut is softer than maple and hickory, which means it shows dents from heavy impacts more readily than the hardest domestic species. For households with pets and active use, site-finished walnut with a quality polyurethane finish provides the best durability.
What dimensions of walnut lumber does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries American black walnut in select grades with thicknesses ranging from 4/4 to 8/4 and widths varying by current stock. Walnut slabs for tabletop applications are available depending on inventory. Contact your local Windsor Plywood branch to confirm current walnut availability and pricing for your project.