Wood-Inspired Hue Selected as Cabot's Color of the Year for 2025
Ready to revamp your outdoor space and give it a touch of timeless elegance? Cabot's Color of the Year, Burnt Hickory, is just the ticket! This rich, earthy hue combines traditional and modern vibes with a hint of charcoal, reminiscent of aged wood.
Burnt Hickory is a versatile shade that can elevate your deck, siding, outdoor furniture, and more. Its artisanal quality seamlessly transitions your indoor living spaces into the outdoors, especially in homes with traditional, rich woodwork.
According to Sue Kim, color marketing director at Cabot, Burnt Hickory is a testament to timeless design. The deep, natural tone enhances wood grain and texture, complementing various outdoor styles—from rustic to modern—and blending effortlessly with greenery and eclectic designs, creating a cozy atmosphere.
This adaptable shade is perfect for all seasons: It looks stunning during Fourth of July barbecues with vibrant flower lounges, and it adds a warm, sanctuary-like vibe during cooler October evenings with deep orange fall decorations. Under the glow of fire pits, string lights, and moonlight, Burnt Hickory warms up beautifully.
In today's slow-living era, homeowners are craving outdoor experiences that encourage mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature. Burnt Hickory's rich, natural tone fosters such spaces, inviting a more leisurely pace.
To make the most of this amazing color, the Cabot team suggests using it in transitional spaces. Beyond traditional decking applications, think about staining outdoor kitchen cabinetry, pergolas, shelving, and furniture. Create distinct zones by applying Burnt Hickory in one section of your patio while leaving another untouched.
Burnt Hickory is available in three finishes, each with its own unique characteristics:
- Solid: Ideal for high-traffic areas or wood with imperfections, such as walkways or cabinetry.
- Semi-solid: Showcases some wood grain while still delivering a durable finish, perfect for pergolas and shelving.
- Semi-transparent: Allows natural wood to shine on outdoor furniture or fences.
Dive deeper into Cabot's 140-year history and their line featuring Burnt Hickory at cabotstain.com. Redefine your outdoor living experience with Burnt Hickory—a noticeable statement of timeless design!
- For a home trend that combines traditional and modern elements, consider using Burnt Hickory, Cabot's Color of the Year, on your deck, siding, furniture, and more to create a cohesive look.
- According to Sue Kim, color marketing director at Cabot, Burnt Hickory's deep, natural tone is a testament to timeless design, enhancing wood grain and texture, and complementing various outdoor styles.
- The versatile Burnt Hickory shade, without the creditline [04970bcc25e354d0953891ee7713bd17], is available in three finishes: solid, semi-solid, and semi-transparent, each with unique characteristics suited for different outdoor surfaces.
- In the slow-living era, Burnt Hickory's rich, natural tone fosters outdoor spaces that encourage mindfulness and a deeper connection with nature, making it an appealing choice for homeowners interested in redefining their outdoor living experiences with timeless design.
