Furniture
Furniture
From the business boardroom to the garden, wooden furniture surrounds us and enhances our enjoyment of indoor and outdoor spaces.
If you’re doing a spot of DIY or contemplating a piece of furniture, we’re sure timber will be on your list. Make a beautiful, durable choice — discover our expert insights on the different types of wood for furniture.
Tropical Timber Species Guide: Wenge
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A tropical African hardwood with phenomenal strength and a signature luscious dark brown colour, wenge is a truly stunning, statement choice for top-notch furniture making, joinery and flooring.
Rough Sawn vs. Planed Timber: The Differences (With Examples)
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When buying timber, you may encounter terms like ‘sawn’, ‘rough sawn’, ‘planed’, ‘planed all round’ (PAR) and ‘planed square edge’ (PSE) — even ‘S1S’, ‘S2S’ and so on. What exactly do these mean and how does timber with these characteristics differ?
From Forest To Finish: How Is Wood Manufactured and Processed?
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Starting as a felled tree, your wood goes on quite a journey before arriving as a finished product. Allow our team of timber experts to explain the entire process!
Water & Rot Resistant Timber Species: The Best Types to Choose & Finishes to Apply
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Don’t let a little moisture dissuade you from timber. Wood can provide a beautiful, natural touch, even in places where water might be encountered.
The Best Kind and Types of Wood for Indoor Furniture
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When it comes to indoor furniture, what better material than wood? Whatever your interior style — Scandi, modern, industrial, farmhouse, rustic or something else — timber slots in seamlessly.
What Are the Best Types of Wood for an Office Desk?
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Looking at creating a desk for your home office? Here are the top timbers you shouldn’t be overlooking.