Cherry Wood Guide

Cherry is a beautiful premium hardwood recognised for its warm golden-pink tones when freshly cut, which gradually deepen into a rich reddish-brown as the timber matures. Native to Europe and North America, cherry has long been prized for fine furniture, cabinetry and decorative woodworking because of its elegant appearance and smooth, even grain.

One of Cherry's most admired qualities is the way it naturally develops a richer patina over time. Exposure to light slowly deepens its colour, giving every handcrafted piece even more warmth and character as it ages.

Discover our handcrafted products featuring this timber by browsing the cherry collection, including chopping boards, butcher blocks, charcuterie boards and bespoke creations.

Why We Use Cherry

We choose Cherry for its elegant colouring and the beautiful warmth it brings to handcrafted designs. Rather than using it on its own, we often combine Cherry with contrasting hardwoods to create bespoke pieces that showcase the natural beauty of multiple timber species. Its rich tones add depth and sophistication without overpowering the overall design.

Where You'll Find Cherry

You'll often find Cherry incorporated into our handcrafted Chopping Boards, charcuterie boards and bespoke commissions, where it provides warmth and subtle contrast alongside lighter and darker hardwoods. These carefully selected timber combinations create unique handcrafted products that celebrate the natural beauty of real wood while ensuring no two pieces are ever exactly the same.

Caring for Cherry

Like all premium hardwoods, Cherry benefits from regular care to preserve its smooth finish and natural beauty. Following our Wood Care Guide will help nourish the timber with food-safe oil while allowing its rich colour to mature naturally over time. With proper maintenance, Cherry develops an increasingly beautiful patina that makes every handcrafted piece even more distinctive.

Ready to Order Your Own Handmade Piece?

Whether you're looking for a unique gift, a personalised engraving or a bespoke wooden creation, we'd love to create something special for you.

Browse our collections or get in touch via info@taylorwoodcrafts.com to discuss your ideas.