Hickory-Calico is a very heavy and strong hardwood. It has very distinct growth rings and can contain random knots and wormholes. The heartwood is light reddish-brown or tan and the sapwood is creamy white. This color variation can appear across a single door or panel. These characteristics should be expected and considered desirable in hickory cabinetry.

Rustic Hickory shares the same attributes as Calico Hickory, and features a random blend of natural characteristics that occur much more frequently than in Hickory. Knots may be open and seen though.