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Timber Source

Villa & Hut hand select their timber from two primary sources:

Re-claimed Timber: Some of Villa & Hut's favourite furniture pieces have had past lives as doors, beams, bridges and buildings that maybe up to 100 years old. We have been able to create these timber pieces into a range of original, stylish and individually handcrafted furniture. Look for where an old door handle and bolt insert used to be!

Timber Plantations: Timber plantations have been established in several countries around the globe, specifically for the wholesale timber market.
 

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Types of Wood Used

MAHOGANY

• Considered a large Hardwood, grown predominantly in South East Asia.

• Texture of the wood is course and even.

• Grain is often interlocked, giving a ribbon effect on the surface.

• Extremely durable.

• A beautiful looking wood displaying various shades of red - 'Light Red & Dark Red'. (No two pieces are the same in colour)

• Has characteristics of 'Antique style' which makes each piece unique.

• Ages extremely well

• By being porous, Mahogany absorbs oils which best enhances it's wonderful grain.

TEAK ( view history,care & cleaning information )

• A large Hardwood from India, Burma, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.

• Typically golden brown in colour.

• Teak contains an Olio resin which gives it a greasy feel and distinctive odour to freshly cut wood.

• Texture of the wood is uneven.

• Grain of the wood is usually straight.

• Grain come to life with oil.

• Extremely durable for outdoor use Ð non-porous wood therefore can withstand rain.

NYATOH

• Large Hardwood of South East Asia.

• Pink to Red/brown, can take on a golden/yellow colour.

• Texture of the wood is medium and even.

• Grain of the wood may be shallowly interlocked.

• Very strong wood, extremely durable, can take wear and tear.

Villages Welfare

Villa & Hut take pride in their holistic approach to the welfare of village families and craftsmen who create the individual handicraft & furniture pieces for our stores. You can take comfort in knowing that when you purchase an item from our range, you are contributing to the wellbeing of village and family life.

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