Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Is it possibly walnut? And while we're on the subject, could you explain the difference in the grain of walnut and mahogany? I can't always make the distinction between different woods.
Yes, I suppose it could be, since Singer made these cabinets in walnut, mahogany or mission (whatever that is).
Mahogany
A tropical medium-to-hard wood indigenous to South America, Central America, and Africa, mahogany’s strength makes it an excellent carving wood. It has a uniform pore structure, a medium grain, and less defined annual rings. Mahogany ranges from tan to reddish-brown in color, and may display stripe, ribbon, rope, ripple, or blister figures. Its stability and resistance to decay makes the wood ideal for high-quality cabinetry and furniture.
Walnut
Prized in North America for high-end cabinetry and furniture, walnut provides strength, hardness, and durability without excessive weight. It has excellent woodworking qualities and takes finishes well. Walnut is light to dark chocolate-brown in color, with a straight grain in the trunk. It can be found in the United States and Canada.