ABOUT
OUR TEAK PRODUCTS FURNITURE
The raw material used to produce our furniture is sourced
from two areas:
Plantation Teak Sourcing
Our ‘plantation teak’ furniture is sourced from
PT Perhutani. PT Perhutani has been appointed by the Indonesian
government to manage and control the growth and harvest of
several species of premium timber which includes teak. The
process ensures that the number of trees harvested does not
exceed the number replanted.
Reclaimed Teak Sourcing
Our ‘reclaimed teak’ furniture is sourced from
the purchase or barter of ‘Rumah Joglo’ which
are traditional Indonesian houses or other ancient teak timbers.
These ancient and neglected houses have been standing between
50 to 200 years. The main frame construction and outer panels
are made from teak and this lumber is carefully recovered
for the fabrication of our unique furniture. Also, from time
to time we are privileged to recover and restore a number
of ancient carved panels and ‘Gebyok’, large partly
carved doors, from these houses.
Reclaimed Teak Preparation
The wood is cleaned by hand with a wire brush to remove the
outer weathered, oxidized coating or old varnishes or paints,
and nails or other hardware are removed. Then it is planed
square for production; larger holes left by previous fittings,
joints or hardware are filled with chunks of wood with the
same grain orientation. The larger components are then oven
dried in our solar powered kiln to reduce the moisture content
and to kill any existing termite eggs. Knowing that we are
using well seasoned wood enables us to dry the wood rapidly
to the ideal level without causing defects. The wood is then
re-planed and sanded leaving us a smooth finish, prior to
being crafted and assembled into new furniture. We overlook
minor imperfections and discolorations as they are perfectly
normal and add to the charm of our unique furniture and this
has no effect on the stability of a finished piece. Our reclaimed
teak furniture does not have a very rustic look as we aim
to produce modern furniture from environmentally responsible
raw materials.
Reclaimed Teak Construction
Careful consideration is taken into the design and construction
of our furniture knowing that all natural hard and soft woods,
including teak, continue to absorb and exude moisture according
to the humidity of its immediate surroundings. Our furniture
construction allows for natural and free wood movement which
means that no matter where you are located, our products are
suitable and have been built to self adjust.
Plantation & Reclaimed Teak Assembly
We are not strong believers in self assembly when it comes
to interior furniture, but our dining and console tables,
beds and daybeds and some coffee tables do come with the legs
separately to minimize damage in transit, and for ease of
handling. Each leg is secured to an apron or base with one
or two strong bolts, which are hidden from exterior view.
On the pieces of exterior furniture which are indicated as
knocked down, these are provided with all the hardware for
easy assembly. In most cases you only require a regular screwdriver.
Plantation & Reclaimed Teak Interior Finishing
The finishing process is one of the most important stages
of our production process and we aim to minimize the use of
harmful products. The furniture is first sanded by hand then
two sealing coats of French polish are applied with sanding
between applications. Then the stain color which you select
is applied. Once dry, a wax formula is applied which is a
composition of natural beeswax and hard carnauba wax. This
combination process provides a beautiful and durable finish
to our furniture.
General Information about Our furniture
When you purchase a piece of home furniture from us you are
purchasing a future antique.
All our furniture is constructed using only solid teak wood.
This includes cabinetry sides, backs and drawers bottoms.
Man-made boards, such as compressed particle board, block-board
or plywood, are not used in the construction of our furniture.
These are generally veneered or laminated to give the appearance
of solid wood.
Special attention and patience has to be taken when constructing
with products using solid wood. We use time honored carpentry
techniques. Our furniture is generally secured with glued
mortise and tenon joints, which are anchored with dowel pins.
Many other joinery methods are used such as edge to edge,
lap, dovetail, rabbet, miter, housing and bridle joints as
the piece of furniture requires it.
We use only a two part epoxy-resin glue adhesive, which consists
of a resin and hardener. This cures to form a very strong
bond. Ordinary wood glues reduce the longevity of joints.
Our furniture is all constructed in a way which accommodates
this natural movement, so no matter where you are located
our furniture will self adjust without defect.
Facts about Teak
Teak (Tectona grandis) has for centuries been known by shipbuilders
for its beauty, remarkable texture and its resistance against
dry rot and extreme weather conditions. Naturally this wood
retains its high oil content that prevents the wood from drying
out.
Teak is mainly found in Indonesia, Thailand, Burma and India.
Timbers similar to teak have been found in other continents,
but not yet has a timber been found that can compete with
the extraordinary qualities of teak from these regions. Being
a natural repellent to water, as well as upholding its rich
oil content, makes it a first choice for outdoor furniture.
Fungus, larvae and pests do not infiltrate the heart wood
of this timber. Teak can be left outside all year around,
surviving even the most extreme weather conditions. "Teak"
also refers to its natural characteristic color, a warm honey
to yellowish brown. When untreated teak is left outdoors,
it will weather gracefully to a silverish dove gray finish,
as many people prefer it.
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