Walnut
Walnut Regular is prized for its rich color, elegant grain patterns, and timeless appearance. As one of the finest North American hardwoods, Walnut offers a naturally sophisticated look with moderate color variation and distinctive grain that makes every project unique.
Meridian Products carefully grades every Walnut component to preserve the natural beauty of the species while maintaining consistent quality and craftsmanship. Customers selecting Walnut Regular should expect authentic hardwood character combined with exceptional manufacturing standards.
Color Variation
Moderate color variation is an expected characteristic of Walnut Regular.
Customers should expect natural differences ranging from light brown to rich chocolate brown, with occasional subtle tonal variation between components. These natural variations are inherent to genuine Walnut and enhance the overall beauty and authenticity of the finished product.
Natural Grain Characteristics
Walnut is admired for its smooth texture and elegant grain patterns.
Acceptable grain characteristics include:
- Straight grain
- Rift grain
- Burl or curly figure (limited in size)
- Tiger or flame figure
- Quarter-sawn medullary rays
- Flecking
These natural features are acceptable provided they enhance the overall appearance and do not dominate the finished component.
Natural Wood Features
Natural mineral streaks may be present in limited amounts and are considered part of the species' natural character.
Small pin knots and knot clusters are acceptable when they blend naturally with the surrounding wood and remain a minor visual feature.
Small worm tracks and vine marks may occur provided they blend naturally with the surrounding grain and do not dominate the appearance of the component.
Natural flecking may appear in scattered areas throughout the panel but should remain balanced and not dominate the overall appearance.
Small areas of burl or curly figure are acceptable and contribute to the distinctive beauty of Walnut.
Panel Construction
Solid wood panels are manufactured to maximize strength, stability, and the appearance of continuous solid wood.
Customers should expect:
- Natural variation in stave widths
- Carefully matched grain transitions
- Well-blended panel joints
- A consistent solid wood appearance
Where appropriate, individual staves may be split and rejoined during manufacturing to remove natural defects while preserving attractive grain flow.
Sapwood
Visible sapwood is not permitted on the face of panels. Minor sapwood exposure may occasionally be visible in machined areas when it is subtle and does not significantly affect the finished appearance.
Stain Characteristics
One naturally occurring stain up to approximately 2" × 2" may be present on a standard-sized panel. Sticker stain is not permitted.
Reverse Side
The reverse side of Walnut components is considered non-show material.
Customers should expect greater natural variation in color, grain pattern, mineral streaks, and figure on back surfaces. These variations are acceptable and do not affect the structural integrity or performance of the product.
What Makes Walnut Regular Unique
Walnut is recognized worldwide for its rich natural color, refined grain, and premium appearance. Unlike many hardwoods, Walnut often requires little enhancement to achieve an elegant finish, making it a favorite for high-end cabinetry, furniture, and architectural millwork.
Walnut Regular embraces the natural beauty of the species while maintaining the craftsmanship and consistency expected from Meridian Products. Each project will display its own unique blend of color and grain, ensuring no two installations are exactly alike.
Quality Standards
To ensure every component meets Meridian Products’ quality standards, the following conditions are not permitted:
- Rot
- Structural cracks
- Open worm holes
- Checking
- Pick-out
- Tear-out
Every Walnut component is carefully inspected to ensure it meets Meridian Products’ quality standards. We combine material grading with expert craftsmanship to highlight the natural beauty of Walnut while providing the consistency expected from the selected grade.
Natural Wood Disclaimer
Wood is a product of nature. Variations in color, grain pattern, mineral streaks, knots, sapwood, heartwood, and other naturally occurring characteristics are inherent to solid hardwood and are not considered manufacturing defects. No two pieces will be exactly alike, making every project uniquely beautiful.
While Meridian Products carefully grades and inspects every component to meet the standards of the selected material grade, natural variation should be expected and appreciated as part of the character and beauty of genuine wood.