Field Guide

Choosing the Right Wood

Every E. Adams project begins with the wood. The species you choose affects more than appearance—it influences strength, weight, durability, maintenance, texture, and how the project develops character over time.

Understanding Our Pricing Guide

Wood pricing changes based on availability, grade, thickness, board dimensions, and the amount required for your project. The guide uses $ for value, $ for moderate, $$ for premium, and $$ for luxury or specialty woods. These levels compare species rather than provide a final project price.

Outdoor & Poolside Projects

Learn about Western Red Cedar, Eastern Red Cedar, Cypress, Southern Yellow Pine, White Oak, and Sapele for outdoor durability.

Indoor Projects

Explore Black Walnut, Hard Maple, Ambrosia Maple, Poplar, and Pine for indoor furniture and casework.

Live-Edge & Specialty Woods

We source one-of-a-kind live-edge slabs and specialty woods for custom statement pieces.

Availability & Custom Pricing

Wood availability and pricing can change based on species, grade, board dimensions, and current supplier inventory. Custom dimensions, premium hardwoods, live-edge slabs, specialty finishes, and larger outdoor-living projects are quoted individually.

Natural Variation

Grain direction, knots, mineral streaks, color variation, and small checks are natural features of real wood, not manufacturing defects. Outdoor projects also require reasonable care in Florida sun, rain, humidity, and pool chemicals.

Tell us what you want to build and we'll help you choose the right material.