Hardwood (from deciduous trees – dense, durable)
- Teak – Durable, water-resistant, commonly used in furniture and boats.
- Mahogany – Deep reddish-brown, excellent for furniture and carving.
- Oak (Red & White) – Strong, widely used for flooring, furniture.
- Walnut – Rich brown color, popular for luxury furniture.
- Maple – Light-colored, strong and shock-resistant (used in flooring).
- Cherry – Smooth grain, reddish tone, ages beautifully.
- Rosewood – Exotic wood, dark with deep grains, often used in instruments.
- Ash – Flexible, used for tools and furniture.
- Birch – Fine grain, used for cabinets and plywood.
- Ebony – Very dense and dark, used for fine detailing and instruments.
Softwood (from coniferous trees – lighter, easier to cut)
- Pine – Affordable, widely used in construction and furniture.
- Cedar – Aromatic, resistant to rot and insects.
- Spruce – Used in construction, also for soundboards of instruments.
- Fir – Stable, used in framing and plywood.
- Hemlock – Used in construction and woodwork.
- Redwood – Rot-resistant, used in outdoor furniture and decking.
Popular Indian Hardwoods
- Indian Teak (Sagwan) – Premium hardwood, ideal for furniture and doors.
- Sheesham (Indian Rosewood) – Strong, beautiful grain, used in furniture.
- Neem Wood – Eco-friendly, used for furniture and pest-resistant applications.
- Sal Wood – Durable and termite-resistant, used in construction.
- Mango Wood – Sustainable option, used for furniture and carvings.
- Jackwood (Jackfruit tree) – Used for traditional South Indian furniture.
- Haldu (Haldina cordifolia) – Light-colored, used in decorative items.
Common Indian Softwoods
- Pine (imported and local) – Lightweight, used in budget furniture.
- Deodar (Cedar from the Himalayas) – Aromatic, resistant to decay.
- Fir and Spruce (mostly imported) – Used in paneling and packaging.
Furniture: Teak, Sheesham, Walnut, Oak
Construction: Sal, Deodar, Pine
Flooring: Maple, Oak, Teak
Instruments: Ebony, Rosewood, Spruce
Carving: Mango, Neem, Jackwood
