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Best Wood for Furniture: Choose the Right Timber and Protect It from Termites
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News18•16-10-2026, 20:11
Best Wood for Furniture: Choose the Right Timber and Protect It from Termites
- •Sheesham and Sagwan wood are considered the best choices for making durable and long-lasting furniture.
- •Saharanpur is globally renowned for its exquisite wood carving and furniture manufacturing industry.
- •Chemical treatments using boric and borax can protect wood from borers and increase its lifespan by 10 to 15 years.
- •Seasoning reduces the natural moisture content of wood from up to 95 percent down to an ideal 10 to 14 percent.
- •Proper chemical treatment and seasoning prevent cracking and minimize damage from environmental humidity.
Key Questions Answered
Sheesham (Indian rosewood) and Sagwan (teak) wood are widely considered the best options for making durable and long-lasting furniture.
Treating wood with chemicals like boric and borax protects it from woodborers and termites, which can increase the lifespan of the wood by about 10 to 15 years.
Seasoning reduces the initial moisture content of the wood from up to 95 percent down to an appropriate level of about 10 to 14 percent, minimizing issues during furniture making.
