Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often from retailers, designers and contractors.
- Which wood species do you offer?
- We offer red oak (Primo and Character with Knots grades), maple (Primo & Best series) and yellow birch, in several tones and finishes.
- Which widths are available?
- Available widths are 2.25, 3.25, 4.25 and 5 inches, in matte or satin finish.
- Do you ship outside Quebec?
- Yes. We serve Quebec, Canada and international markets through our logistics network.
- What is your grading tolerance?
- In line with hardwood industry standards, a 5% tolerance is applied for slight grading variations or minor imperfections.
- Do you sell to homeowners?
- No. Bois du Monde is a distributor working with retailers, designers and contractors.
- How do I request a quote?
- Use the form on the Contact page. We usually reply within one business day.
- Which red oak tones do you offer?
- Red oak is shown in Bone, Chai, Blush, Sunshine and Linen, in matte or satin finishes. Other colours are also available.
- Which maple tones do you offer?
- Maple is available in Natural, Linen, Mocha Latte, Stainless, Phoenix, Tuscon, Shiraz, Scotch, Earth and Cabernet, from lightest to darkest.
- Which yellow birch tones do you offer?
- Yellow birch is available in Natural, Linen, Chardonnay and Earth, with the grain variation characteristic of the species.
- What is the difference between maple and yellow birch?
- Maple has a fine, even grain that reads uniform and contemporary. Yellow birch shows stronger tone and grain variation, for a warmer, more natural character.
- How quickly do you answer a quote request?
- We usually reply within one business day, with the species, tones, widths and volumes available for your project.