Knotty Alder

Materials & Finishes

About

Knotty Alder is a warm, inviting hardwood filled with natural character. Its distinctive knots, unique grain patterns, and subtle colour variations give every cabinet door its own personality. It’s a beautiful choice for creating a relaxed, welcoming kitchen with timeless rustic charm.

Recommended for these kitchen styles:

Rustic and farmhouse-style kitchens, warm, traditional kitchen designs, kitchens where natural wood character is part of the look

Best suited for spaces:

Warm, welcoming spaces with rustic, farmhouse, or traditional character

Best Uses for Knotty Alder

Recommended for:

  • Rustic or farmhouse kitchens
  • Casual and warm interiors
  • Budget-conscious custom projects

Not typically recommended for:

  • Sleek, ultra-modern kitchens
  • Designs that require a clean and uniform wood grain
  • Homeowners who prefer wood without visible knots or colour variations

Finish Options

Natural, Wheat, Spice, Cashew, Kermode, Sunbleached, Nutmeg, Sepia, Wicker, Wren, Chestnut, Bistro Brown, Arbutus, Seaside Timberwood, Acorn, Bark, Old Growth, Truffle, Carriage Black, Biscuit, Ginger, Basalt, Hazel, Café, Jute, Chicory, Auburn, Espresso, Ceylon

Visit our showroom to see samples in person and find the right finish for your kitchen.

As seen in past projects:

Bright renovated kitchen viewed from the patio doors, featuring a walnut island with quartz waterfall edge, white sink wall cabinetry, large sliding glass doors, and a garden view.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Renovation – Horseshoe

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Custom cabinets, millwork & countertops for your next project.
We provide custom cabinets, millwork, and countertops for renovations, makeovers, and new builds. With showrooms in Nanaimo and Parksville, our designers work with homeowners and developers across central and north Vancouver Island.
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Parksville Showroom