When customers visit our showroom, the most common question is: "Which wood should I take?" There's no single best answer — each wood suits different pieces, rooms and budgets. Here's how we explain it.
Quick comparison
| Sheesham | Teak | Mango | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colour | Deep brown, rich grain | Golden honey, darkens gently | Light tan with streaks |
| Hardness | Very high | High | Medium |
| Handles humidity | Good | Excellent | Fair |
| Weight | Heavy | Medium-heavy | Medium |
| Price | Mid to high | Highest | Most affordable |
Sheesham (Indian rosewood)
Sheesham is dense, strong and has a beautiful, varied grain. It's the most popular choice in central India for dining tables, beds and sofa frames, because it handles daily use without denting easily.
Choose sheesham if you want something sturdy that looks rich and will last for decades.
Teak
Teak has natural oils that help it resist moisture and termites. It's the classic choice for pieces near windows, balconies, kitchens and bathrooms, and for anything you want to last for generations.
Choose teak if humidity is a concern or you want the most premium, long-lasting option.
Mango wood
Mango wood comes from fruit trees that are past their bearing years, which makes it a more sustainable choice. It's lighter in colour and weight, and more affordable.
Choose mango if you want a lighter look, are furnishing on a budget, or are buying pieces like side tables, chairs, shelves and benches that don't take heavy loads.
Which wood for which piece?
- Dining table top: sheesham or teak
- Bed frame: sheesham
- Sofa frame: sheesham or teak
- Wardrobe: sheesham or teak
- Side tables, chairs, shelves: any — mango keeps the cost down
- Furniture near a balcony or bathroom: teak
Caring for solid wood in Bhopal's climate
Bhopal's dry summers and humid monsoons make wood expand and contract slightly. A few habits keep furniture looking good:
- Dust with a soft dry cloth; avoid wet mopping the legs.
- Keep furniture a few inches from walls that get damp in the monsoon.
- Avoid long hours of direct sun on one part of a piece.
- Re-polish every few years to refresh the finish.
See them side by side
Photos only tell half the story. Visit our showroom on Kolar Road to see and feel sheesham, teak and mango in finished pieces — or browse our living, dining and bedroom collections.
Solid wood beds, wardrobes and bedroom furniture
Custom furniture, made to order in Bhopal
Solid wood dining tables and chairs