This garden furniture is produced from high quality yellow balau. It is a very dense tightly grained wood that is heavily laden with rich tropical oils and resins. Balau’s colour is warm and rich and its texture is very fine and even. Yellow balau looks very much like teak in colour, however, this naturally handsome hardwood is 25% more dense than teak and is therefore much stronger and more durable. For centuries, balau has been used for ship building, heavy-duty outdoor furniture and heavy construction, coveted for its superior strength and weather resistant qualities. Over the years, teak has been more popular than balau because of its availability. In recent years, teak has been over-harvested and the price has skyrocketed. As a result, teak is now plantation grown timber is costly and lacks the strength and character of traditional teak. You can maintain balau’s original tones with periodic applications of tung oil. Even without treatment, in direct sunlight, balau will make a graceful transition to a silvery gray colour that offers a classic look that is maintenance free. |
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“WITTEX” THE OUTDOOR WICKER If you love the natural look of wicker, the “wittex” high tech fiber weave offers the traditional charm and look of wicker with superior durability characteristics. The secret is in the high quality core of the fiber. Made of extremely durable non-stretch polyester and coated with a natural looking plastic coating, it is colorfast and stands up to the weather extremes of wind, rain and sun. The “wittex” wicker eave in combination with yellow balau wood is now available in an affordable and beautiful collection of garden furniture that will suit the most selective tastes. The secret is in the high quality core of the fiber. Made of extremely durable non-stretch polyester and coated with a natural looking plastic coating, it is colorfast and stands up to the weather extremes of wind, rain and sun. |
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