What wood do you use ? We use different kinds of hard woods, depending on the item being manufactured. In case of old items, we make every effort to determine the origin of the wood used.   Teak Wood Some of our antiques are built from Teak. Teak wood (tectona grandis) has been widely used in furniture making and ship building because of its resistance to insects and weather and for its long life reliability. Teak is fast growing and can reach up to 150 feet in height and 3 to 5 feet in diameter and is usually about 40 years old when harvested. Teak is a beautiful golden brown with lovely black streaks and a straight grain. The wood is exceptionally heavy and dense which make it great for everyday use over time. We have found that occasional waxing with a quality hard wax makes all the difference in the life and beauty of teak. We use Briwax. It is a biodegradable product made from beeswax, linseed oil and canuba oil that leaves a satin sheen that can’t be matched.   Indian Rosewood Indian Rosewood (dalbergia latifolia), commonly referred to as Sheesham, is a hardwood grown throughout India. Because Indian Rosewood dries nearly defect free it is ideal for fine furniture, musical instruments and specialty items. Indian Rosewood is used mainly for our reproduction pieces and we work extensively to ensure that the wood is properly treated prior to construction. Unlike old teak which has sufficiently dried over time, Indian Rosewood must be kiln dried to a moisture content of about 8% to prevent warping and cracking. When treated properly this wood holds hardware well and finishes nicely. The grain, which is dense and slightly coarse, creates a beautiful finished product that stands apart from most woods with its interesting texture and golden brown to purple hues. Other woods used are Acacia, Mango and Neem.