Furniture lovers are always faced with a lot of choices when it comes to style, design, texture etc. But a good buy is made only when the aspect of durability is adhered to. And the durability of any furniture depends upon the type of wood used in manufacturing. There are several options like teak wood, mango wood, rosewood and many more. Out of all, furniture made up of SHEESHAM wood is the most popular in all furniture showrooms in Bangalore and other metropolitan cities. But a majority of us have very little idea as to what exactly is SHEESHAM wood and what makes SHEESHAM furniture popular.
SHEESHAM Wood:
Aka DALBERGIA SISSO or SHEESHAM is a deciduous tree (one that sheds its leaves annually in autumn and grows new ones in spring), found in the Indian sub-continent. It is spotted across the entire stretch of the sub-Himalayan regions ranging in the east spanning Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab and Assam. They are also known by names, like SHISHAN, SHISHAM, SISU or SISSOO.
FEATURES:
| Colour | It ranges from golden brown to dark brown or chestnut colour with dark streaks. |
| Look | Rich & shining natural lustre |
| Feel | Sturdy and tough |
| Texture | Medium to coarse with straight grains or interlocked |
Why is SHEESHAM furniture the most sought after?
Longevity:
Top furniture stores in Bangalore, Delhi, Bombay, Chennai and Kolkata have made phenomenal success to their company because of the durability that they could promise to their customers. It is made possible only because of the SHEESHAM furniture. It has an innate resistance to decay, dry wood termites and all-weather conditions. It is so tough that it doesn’t easily split or warp.
Variety of shades:
As stated earlier, SHEESHAM wood is made available in multiple natural shades. Each and every shade has its own lustrous appearance. The natural texture of the wood also gives a premium look. Its smooth finish becomes even more dazzling when polished. Moreover, it’s smooth surface supports hand waxing thus rendering a raw and natural tone.
Best suited for carving:
The wood is highly tough hence it is the best option when it comes to engraving and carving. It doesn’t develop cracks easily and hence unique customer-specific pieces can be crafted. Its strong nature makes it a little difficult for cutting and sawing but it is excellent when it comes to turnery.
Economical Option:
The best part is that SHEESHAM is more or less similar to teak wood w.r.to its properties. But teak wood is a very expensive option. Whereas due to the increased availability of SHEESHAM trees they are far more economical and can fit your budget. A wide range of furniture pieces starting from big cots to centre tables, bookshelves, coffee tables, crockery units, side cupboards, bedside mini tables, corner stands, chest of drawers, cabinets and a lot more can be best made with SHEESHAM wood.
Easy maintenance:
No special care is needed to maintain SHEESHAM furniture. We can very easily wipe it clean with a dry cotton cloth.
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