When you choose solid wooden furniture, you’re not just buying a product — you’re investing in a piece of nature, craftsmanship, and lasting beauty. There’s something timeless about real wood that synthetic or mass-produced alternatives can’t replicate.

Whether you’re drawn to the deep tones of Blackwood, the warmth of Japanese Maple and Camphor, or the character of Oak, each piece carries its own story. Wood is a natural material with unique grain, colour, and texture — no two pieces are ever the same.

Understanding Wood

The Basics

There are two broad categories of timber used in furniture:

Hardwoods
Dense, durable woods such as Oak, Teak, Japanese Maple, Camphor, Ash, and Blackwood. Hardwoods are ideal for furniture that needs to last and handle daily use.

Softwoods
Timbers like Pine, Rubberwood, and Acacia. These are often lighter and more affordable, but typically not as durable as hardwoods over the long term.

A few popular woods (and why people love them)

• Oak: strong, classic, and timeless
• Teak: naturally water-resistant and rich in oils — suited to humid environments
• Japanese Maple & Camphor: beautiful grain, stable, and naturally resilient
• Blackwood: dark, refined, and prized for both strength and elegance

Every species has its own grain pattern, texture, and natural imperfections — which is exactly what makes solid wood furniture feel personal and distinctive.

Why Choose Solid Wooden Furniture?

Solid wood furniture is more than just beautiful — it’s made to last.

• Durability: can last decades (and often generations) with proper care
• Timeless appeal: wood develops a richer patina and character over time
• Sustainability: responsibly sourced timber is renewable and a more eco-conscious choice
• Repairable: most scratches and dents can be sanded out or refinished, rather than replaced

How to Spot High-Quality Furniture

Small details usually reveal the level of craftsmanship. Look for:

• Joinery: traditional techniques like dovetail, mortise and tenon, or dowels, rather than only nails or staples
• Weight: solid wood pieces generally feel substantial and stable
• Grain matching: grain patterns flow naturally across surfaces, showing careful selection and alignment
• Finish: smooth, consistent, and well-prepared — no rough edges or blotchy patches
• Allowance for wood movement: quality designs account for seasonal expansion and contraction due to humidity and temperature changes

How to Care for Solid Wooden Furniture

Wood is resilient, but it benefits from consistent, sensible care.

Do’s

• Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth
• Use coasters, placemats, and trivets to protect from water and heat
• Keep furniture out of harsh, direct sunlight to reduce fading or warping
• Maintain the finish with appropriate oils or wood-safe products (sparingly and as recommended)

Don’ts

• Don’t use harsh cleaners or silicone-based sprays
• Don’t place furniture directly next to heaters or air-conditioning vents
• Don’t leave spills — wipe them up promptly and dry the surface

With a little care, solid wood furniture will continue to bring warmth, character, and charm to your home for years to come.

How We Measure Our Furniture

All measurements on this website are shown as:

Depth × Width × Height

• Depth: front to back of the item (excluding handles)
• Width: left to right of the item
• Height: floor to the top of the item

Dining Table and Glass Top Size Guide

As a practical guide, we allow 60cm per seat plus 10cm on either end (for leg clearance) as a minimum. The sizes below are minimum recommended dimensions. Our standard sizes may be slightly more generous to allow comfortable place settings at the table ends.

When choosing a size, consider how many people you seat most of the time. For occasional gatherings, an extra chair or two can often be added with a little squeeze.

Rectangular Tables (Minimum Guide)

• 6 seater: 140 × 80cm
• 8 seater: 200 × 80cm
• 10 seater: 260 × 100cm
• 12 seater: 320 × 100cm
• 14 seater: 380 × 100cm
• 16 seater: 440 × 100cm

Round Tables (Minimum Guide)

• 4 seater: 80cm diameter
• 6 seater: 120cm diameter
• 8 seater: 150cm diameter
• 10 seater: 190cm diameter
• 12 seater: 230cm diameter

Instructions for All Wood Furniture

• Protect from moisture and heat. Use coasters and trivets. Wipe spills immediately and dry with a soft cloth.
• Prevent scratches. Avoid dragging sharp or rough objects across surfaces. Use felt pads under décor and tableware.
• Avoid hot items and wax. Hot cookware and candle wax can react with finishes and leave marks or stains.
• Expect natural movement. Wood expands and contracts with humidity changes. Keep indoor humidity as stable as possible to reduce warping or cracking.
• Sunlight changes colour. Natural timber will shift tone over time. Rotate décor and accessories periodically so colour develops evenly (including table leaves).
• Care depends on finish. Always follow the instructions that match your furniture’s finish type below.

Lacquer, Paint or Stain (Sealed Finishes)

• Sealed finishes can scratch — use felt pads, placemats, coasters and trivets.
• Clean with a slightly damp cloth, then wipe dry.
• For stubborn marks, use water with mild detergent on a soft cloth. Wipe dry.
• Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, alcohol, or petroleum.
• If your item requires oiling: daily for the first week, weekly for the next month, then monthly.
• Avoid furniture polish — it can build up and leave a residue over time.

Oil-and-Wax or Oiled Finishes

• Clean with a slightly damp cloth as needed. Wipe dry.
• Treat monthly with Woodoc Furniture Wax or Oil (or more often if the timber looks dry).
• Apply with a clean white cloth, following the direction of the grain.
• Pay special attention to exposed end grain on panels.
• Buff with a second cloth to remove excess product and achieve a smooth finish.

Raw Wood and Reclaimed Teak

• Clean with a slightly damp cloth as needed. Wipe dry.
• For persistent marks, use water with mild detergent on a soft cloth. Wipe dry.
• Raw timber is more sensitive to seasonal movement; some cracking or warping may occur.
• To reduce movement, oil the timber: daily for the first week, weekly for the next month, then monthly.

Light surface damage (scratches, residue, minor burns) can be improved with fine-grit sandpaper. Reapply o