Walnut

Whoa Check Me Out Walnut

Wow. The feeling of amazement. Learning something unexpected, but welcomingly so. You stop in your tracks, taking it all in. A visual aha or aahhh moment. In an age of instant gratification and emotional desensitization, it seems like nothing can wow us anymore and give us pause.

Well look no further. With its beauty, brains, and personality, it’s hard not to be blown away by the walnut tree and its rounded single-seeded stone fruits.

Sharing a rich and extensive history with humans that dates back to 7000 BC, the Walnut tree has served us loyally. From eating its nutmeat for its high nutritional value (think vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and essential minerals) to using its shells for industrial purposes, we use just about every part of the tree. The archival properties of its ink and dye used in the drawings and writing of such artists like Da Vinci and Rembrandt continue to endure for the ages.

Walnut’s hardness, durability, and wide range of color choices make it an excellent option for fine furniture and flooring.