Guide to Rosewood Furniture
The Origin of Rosewood
Durability
Colour and texture
Rosewood, like many species of wood, has a variety of sub-species around the world. One of the most prized species is the Huang Hua Li (Yellow Rosewood) used for the Chinese Emperors in the ancient dynasty period. Other prized species accessible to consumer nowadays originate from mainly Africa and South East Asia.
Rosewood Collection only specialises in one species of rosewood and that originate in South East Asia. The botanical name for Rosewood is Pterocarpus Macrocarpus Kurz. It is native to mid-elevation tropical monsoon forests of South East Asia in Vietnam, Myanmar and Thailand.
Rosewood is an extremely slow growing species, usually with a long straight trunk.
Rosewood is hard, heavy, durable, and good resistant to termites, insects and are highly resistant to decay of wood when properly dried. At Rosewood Collection, our rosewood are all stored in Singapore and has been completely dried naturally over more than 10 years. The wood produce a fragrant smell and can persists for a long period of time. Certain pieces might have an unusual aroma which is the effect of the natural environment where the rosewood grows in . Wood from the tree is used in premium furniture, guitar bodies and fret boards, exotic veneers, wood carvings, luxury parquet flooring, boats and skis.
We are so confident in our rosewood quality that we have installed rosewood as our vanity table top in the toilet!
The natural wood color of Rosewood varies from golden brown to a rich purplish brown, often showcasing striking dark brown to nearly black streaks. Over time, the wood deepens in hue, typically transitioning to a profound brown. Renowned globally, Rosewood is esteemed for its exceptional characteristics, which include a long, straight bore, remarkable strength, high density, and captivating, naturally dark wood grains. Each piece is unique, reflecting the elegant beauty inherent in this luxurious material, making it a sought-after choice for discerning furniture buyers.
