The Chronicle Telegram in Elyria, Ohio

Walnut furniture endures as ornate, durable choice for homes

Dear Cy Barrett: walnut remains the preferred wood for fine furniture due to color range, rich figure patterns like fiddleback and worm, close grain for carvings, and strength resisting warping. Emotional and tradition factors drive choice. if budget allows, walnut is advised, though life’s priorities matter. Dear Lizbeth: travel, especially Paris, justifies higher costs. enjoying iconic experiences is valued.