African walnut staircase

Elaine Falzon

9 years ago

Is this woos stained ? Or has it been left to darken naturally ? I thought African walnut was lighter in color ..

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9 years ago
Dear Elaine,

Thank you for your comment.

This is Black American Walnut - with a natural varnish on it. Meaning that it is natural wood colour.

Hope this is clear to you.

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