Oil and Wax Hickory

Hickory is finished with oil and wax. This method of wood finishing was commonly used before the 20th century. Its characteristics are quite different from the varnish used on most of our wood samples. It is available only in a clear finish (no colored stains available), it is not as smooth to the touch, and it requires reapplication of oil and wax every few years to maintain the finish. The benefit of this finish is that it has a unique appearance (it has very little shine or lustre), and is easier to touch up and repair.

A wood sample of hickory will really not do it justice -- the variation in wood patterns often run over several feet.

Hickory Hardwood

Hickory is a very hard, dense wood with dark and light patches intermixed. Its fine grain and unique, varigated coloration ranges from medium blonde to brown. The color variation in hickory is substantial. Hickory will take on amber tones over time. This color change is moderate. Its species name is Carya Ovata. Its Janka rating (hardness and resistance to scrapes, gouges and cuts) is 1820, making it the strongest commonly available hardwood.

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