Sheesham, also known as Indian Rosewood is a fast-growing renewable source which can be found in several parts of India in carefully maintained forests. It is also grown in the sub-Himalayan region and Nigeria.
Sheesham is one of India's most useful timber sources and is predominantly used to make hand crafted furniture which is distributed worldwide. Local Indian villages also use it for doors, window frames and huts. It's golden to deep brown colour with darker streaks and natural oils gives the wood an attractive and naturally polished appearance.
Being a hard wood, Sheesham is suitable for a variety of functional furniture such as tables, bookcases, bed frames, wardrobes, mirror frames, wine racks, television units and desks. Its natural resistance to decay also makes it a popular carving and engraving wood for items such as door signs, plaques and ornaments. It's natural durability also makes it suitable for outdoor use such as garden furniture.
Sheesham is also regularly used for charcoal for heating and cooking, musical instruments, chess sets, sporting goods and other recreational equipment.
Being a hard wood, you can be safe in the knowledge that Sheesham furniture can deal with the stresses and strains of everyday use, look fantastic and with the right care, last a lifetime!