Furniture-grade wood planks have tighter wood grains that are also more appealing and in some cases hardly any grain at all. Furniture-grade wood is also more durable and can last for generations, whereas other, lesser wood grades may be damaged by water or moister more easily.

Furniture-grade wood is considered the crème de la crème of the cabinet options. These planks have tighter and more appealing wood grains (or hardly any grain at all), they are more durable and cabinets built from furniture-grade wood lasts for generations. As a result, furniture-grade cabinet options are also the most expensive.

Clear grade lumber is virtually free of knots and other imperfections, while Select grade may contain a few small knots or blemishes that are limited in size and quantity. These grades are often used for fine furniture, cabinetry, trim work, and other applications where aesthetics are paramount.