When it comes to home decor, every detail matters. From the artwork on your walls to the materials you choose, each decision shapes the story your space tells. At Skyline Workshop, we believe your decor should be as meaningful as it is beautiful. That is why we carefully craft each piece from three premium hardwoods: maple, cherry, and ebony.
Each wood offers a different tone, texture, and personality. Choosing the right one can transform how your space feels and functions. Let's explore the qualities of maple, cherry, and ebony to help you choose the wood that best reflects your home and your style.
Maple: Light, Versatile, and Understated
Color and Grain
Maple has a creamy white to light beige color with a soft, consistent grain. Its smooth texture and natural brightness make it a favorite for modern design.
What It Brings to a Space
Maple creates a sense of calm and clarity. It reflects light beautifully, which can help smaller rooms feel more open and airy. It has a quiet elegance that works well in spaces where simplicity is key.
Best Fit For
- Modern or Scandinavian interiors
- Kitchens and dining rooms with light finishes
- Open-concept spaces that benefit from natural brightness
Cherry: Warm, Classic, and Full of Character
Color and Grain
Cherry wood begins with a soft reddish tone that naturally deepens over time into a rich, warm brown. Its fine, flowing grain gives each piece a sense of movement and life.
What It Brings to a Space
Cherry adds warmth and richness. It feels grounded, familiar, and lived in. Over the years, it develops a patina that makes it even more personal. This is a wood that tells a story as it ages.
Best Fit For
- Traditional, rustic, or vintage-inspired spaces
- Bedrooms, reading areas, or home libraries
- Rooms with natural light that enhances cherry's warm tones
Ebony: Bold, Refined, and Visually Striking
Color and Grain
Ebony features a deep, dark color that ranges from charcoal to nearly black. Its tight grain and smooth finish give it a luxurious, polished look.
What It Brings to a Space
Ebony brings drama and elegance. It makes a powerful visual statement and provides strong contrast when used in lighter or neutral rooms. It fits right into interiors that lean bold, refined, or artistic.
Best Fit For
- Contemporary and modern homes
- Entryways, offices, or rooms with statement lighting
- Designs where high contrast or sharp visual edges are key
Choosing the Right Wood for Your Style and Space
Here are a few questions to consider when choosing between maple, cherry, and ebony:
What feeling do you want your space to create?
Maple feels open and calming, cherry feels warm and inviting, and ebony feels bold and confident.
How much natural light does the room get?
Maple brightens, cherry softens, and ebony grounds.
Do you want the wood to blend in or stand out?
Maple blends effortlessly, cherry adds warmth, and ebony demands attention.
Are you planning for long-term character?
Cherry will deepen over time, giving your piece a more lived-in feel with age.
Each type of wood offers something special. Whether you want something light and minimal, warm and traditional, or dark and distinctive, the right choice is the one that feels at home in your space.
Crafted with Intention. Built to Last.
At Skyline Workshop, we work exclusively with maple, cherry, and ebony because of their natural beauty, strength, and story. Each piece we craft is made to bring lasting meaning to your home.
No matter which wood you choose, your piece will be a reflection of quality and care. If you need help picking the right wood for your space, we are always happy to guide you.
Shop our full collection or reach out with your questions. We are here to help you find the perfect fit.
