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John Cook & Sons
Materials & Finishes |
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Timber remains one of the World’s most significant materials. Completely natural and renewable, it continues to challenge man-made building materials; it is more durable, versatile and aesthetically pleasing.
John Cook and Sons are able to knowledgeably advise which wood / material, is suitable for each project; using both hardwoods, and softwoods. |
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| HardWoods |
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Non-Durable |
| Ash |
Interior joinery, furniture, kitchen furniture. |
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| Beech |
Interior joinery, furniture, shop fittings. |
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| Cherry |
High class joinery, cabinets. |
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| Idigbo |
Interior and exterior joinery. |
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| Iroko |
Interior and exterior joinery, worktops, gates, garden furniture (alternative to Teak). |
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| Brazilian Mahogany |
High class joinery, cabinets, furniture, shop fittings. |
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| Maple |
Interior joinery, furniture, flooring. |
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| Meranti |
Interior and exterior joinery, furniture, frames. |
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| American White Oak |
Interior and exterior joinery, furniture, flooring. |
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| European Oak |
Interior and exterior joinery, furniture, flooring |
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| Sapele |
Interior and exterior joinery, furniture, shop fittings. |
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| Teak |
Interior and exterior joinery, furniture, shop fittings. |
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| Tulip Wood |
Interior joinery, mouldings. |
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| American Black Walnut |
Interior joinery, furniture, cabinets, decorative panels. |
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| SoftWoods |
Description |
Durable |
Non-Durable |
| European Redwood |
Interior and exterior joinery, mouldings, frames. |
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| Douglas Fir |
Interior and exterior joinery. |
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| Sothern Yellow Pine |
Interior joinery, staircases. |
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| Parana Pine |
Interior joinery, staircases. |
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Sheet Material
MDF, Melamine, Ply, Laminate and Veneers.
Glazing
Units can be provided both glazed and unglazed, with a wide range of glasses available e.g. single or double glazed, toughened, obscured, or laminated.
Finishes
Ranging from hand painted, French Polished, sprayed, oils and waxed, finishes can also be bespoke to the project. |
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