Andaman Padauk. (Pterocarpus Dalbergoides) This handsome timber comes from the Andaman Islands in the East Indian Ocean. Crimson red to brown, often with darker streaks, it darkens somewhat on exposure to light, enhancing its attractive appearance.


Narra. (Pterocarpus Indicus) A fine hardwood with a dark orange brown hue. The figure on this beautiful timber from Indonesia can be very effective.


East Indian Rosewood. (Dalbergia Latifolia) This rich purplish brown hardwood with dark, almost black figuring, comes from plantations established by the Dutch in Indonesia 100 years ago. Unlike other woods, it has a tendency to lighten a little as it matures.


Oak. (Quercus Robur and Quercus Petraea) This most noble of hardwoods grows throughout Europe. It is highly durable, strong, and has a brown tan colour, with occasional darker markings. On boards where the 'beefsteak fungus' has been active, it develops into 'brown' oak which provides an attractive contrast, whilst quarter sawn material exhibits a silvery ray fleck.




Most of the furniture that I make is finished with many applications of linseed and Danish oils. This enriches and darkens the figure of the wood, and leaves a surface that withstands most general usage without marking. As this is a part of the wood surface, it develops patina over a period of many years, with usage and an occasional polish.

Aftercare: The furniture can be occasionally polished with a quality beeswax or a little vaseline. A slightly damp cloth may be used to wipe surfaces, and if spilled liquids are removed immediately, they should have little long term effect. Any damage can be re-oiled using finest grade 000 wire wool with a little Finishing oil. Please do not use furniture sprays and cleaners that include silicon.