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Discover the natural beauty and enduring strength of hardwood. Perfect for furniture making, cabinetry, flooring, and custom woodworking projects, our hardwood selection includes a wide variety of species such as maple, ash, walnut, birch, and more. Whether you’re looking for rough-sawn lumber or live edge slabs, we carry top-quality hardwoods in a range of sizes and finishes to meet your needs. Each piece is carefully sourced for character, grain consistency, and long-lasting performance—ideal for both DIYers and professional craftsmen. As a proudly Canadian company with locally owned stores, Windsor Plywood specializes in hard-to-find wood products and offers expert, one-on-one service to help you bring your vision to life. Visit your local store to browse our full hardwood selection and get the guidance you need for your next 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.