In the last years the furniture made from rubber wood has become popular, with application in the following areas:
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Construction of wooden floors
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Production of furniture for houses ,offices and interior design for sales shop,display showroom.
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Construction of shelves
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Production of hall chairs and cinema chairs
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Production of outdoor furniture which has resistance to mold, water retention and anti termite
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Framing, 3D engraving or printing on wood
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Fine-art handicraft products
Another use of the rubber wood are in the moulding and
joinery industry like parquet and strip flooring or staircase.
Small rubberwood residues parts are
glue together which ends up in longer pieces and better strength of the joint.
Rubberwood is considered a great wood for furniture as it has some special benefits that make it one of the most popular wood types in the woodworking industry.
Great Fiberboard Alternative
It is an economical ‘real wood’ alternative to MDF and fiberboard.
And because of its real wood feel, it is mostly used in shoe racks and kids’ bunk beds. Professional woodworkers also love it as it provides as good value as pine.
It Is A Good Shock-Absorber
It has a perfect shock absorber feature that prevents stress and injuries. We see it in gyms and playgrounds so that people and especially children can stay safe. The shock-absorbing capacity is great for seniors too as they won’t feel stress on their joints.
It Is Easy To Clean
The cleaning method is the same as any other wood. Use a dry cloth for cleaning the dust.
And once a year, it is good to wash it thoroughly with soap and water and then dry it with a clean cloth. Just bear in mind, standing water is the enemy of the rubberwood. It damages its finish.
But if your rubberwood furniture has become dull, it is easy to brighten it up again with paste wax or furniture wax.
It Can Handle Harsh Weather
Another great benefit of rubberwood is it rarely shrinks. This quality makes it deal with rough weather conditions.
It is considered as a safe and stable construction material for homes and offices. There won’t be any fumble in the construction even after decades.
It Is Ecologically Friendly
The rubberwood tree gives benefits to humans in its entire life and after its death as well.
First, it produces latex during its 30 years of existence. Once the latex yields become low, planters cut it to plant new ones.
It Is Stain Resistant
It is a lot more stain-resistant compared to other wood types. If you see any stubborn stain on its surface, just use soap and water solution on that specific spot. It will be removed easily.
It Is Burn Resistant
Just like stain-resistant, they are resistant to burns also. They are a good choice for those who are regular smokers. Furthermore, even if this wood type catches fire, it won’t release toxic fumes into the air.
Dents Are Not A Problem
Rubberwood often gets a dent on its surface which affects the quality of its finish. Fortunately, dents can be repaired.
All you need is to cover the dent with a towel or a thick piece of cloth and place a hot iron on it for about a minute. The heat swells the rubberwood and makes the dents disappear.