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Sheesham (also known as Indian Rosewood) is a fast-growing hardwood, sourced from sustainable, government managed plantations. Being a hard wood, it can be used to make functional furniture that copes with the stresses and strains of everyday use.
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Where is the Sheesham Wood furniture located?
Sheesham Wood is a type of wood originating from renewable, sustainable sources. Because it is a type of wood for furniture, and not a style of furniture, Sheesham Wood furniture can be located anywhere wood furniture is sold.
Where can one purchase Sheesham wood?
Sheesham wood can be purchased at numerous lumber supply stores. You might have good luck at Rona or Home Hardware. Midwest Hardwood Corporation lists Sheesham wood in its catelogue.
What is Tamil name for sheesham wood?
known as indian rose wood
What is the scientific name for a sheesham wood?
Dalbergia sissoo
What is the name of sheesham wood in Malayalam?
ഷീശാം മരം
Features of sheesham leaves?
sheesham leaves are boat- shaped...
Is sheesham wood costlier than teak wood?
Dalbergia Sissoo (Sheesham) is one of the most useful timber sources in India. Another name for it is Indian Rosewood. Its main use is for furniture making as it seasons well and does not warp or split. It is extremely durable and is one of the timbers least susceptible to dry-wood termites. The wood offers resistance to sawing and cutting but is excellent for turnery, takes a good polish and finishes to a smooth surface. Sheesham, also called Shishan, Shisham, Sissoo or Sisu, is grown throughout the sub-Himalayan region, from the Indus to Assam. The tree is also found in many parts of India, especially in the Punjab, Utta Pradesh, West Bengal and Assam. The Sheesham wood is described as golden brown to deep brown in colour, with darker streaks that give the wood an attractive appearence. The wood is hard with a uniform and medium course texture. It has a good natural resistance to decay and is considered to be a popular carving and engraving wood in India.
Is mango wood the same as sheesham?
Sheesham (Indian Rosewood): Sheesham also known as INDIAN rosewood. Sheesham trees are grown in big forests of mid INDIA & large numbers of trees are grown every year. Its growth period is between 18-22 years & it can reach a height of 100 feet & have cylindrical boles of 35-50 Feet and reach on average of 3-5 feet in diameter. It is hard, Heavy & dense with high bending and crushing strengths, medium shock resistance. INDIAN Rosewood is an ideal wood for fine furniture. Furniture built in this wood gives a rustic look.Mango Wood: native to Southern Asia. The mango trees is erect 60 to 100 feet on average and the diameter ranges fro 3-5 feet. Characteristics of the mango tree are described as greenish-brown in color, coarse-textured, medium-strong, hard, durable with high resistance to water. Mango wood is now day good substitute of Sheesham and teak due it finest quality & strength.
Is sheesham wood furniture okay to use outdoors?
Direct SunlightPosition your furniture away from direct sunlight and heat, where practicable. This will protect the wood from fading, and help avoid any cracking and movement in the joints.
What kind of tree is known as a sheesham tree?
The sheesham tree is better known as the Indian Rosewood. The tree is among the finest cabinet timber. The sheesham tree is found in the Indian Subcontinent and in Southern Iran.
What is the scientific name of sheesham?
Dalbergia sissos
Is sheesham hardwood susceptible to termite attack?
It's less vulnerable, because they dry out the wood, in essence making it harder. It should also be treated & primed before painted. Do not leave it unfinished in any case.
