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What makes Mahogany suitable for bathroom furniture?
Bathroom furniture should be able to withstand the high level of humidity in the room caused by hot running water and shower spray. As such it is important to select moisture resistant counter tops and cabinets made from durable material such as African Mahogany wood that can resistant temperature changes and adjust to the humidity level changes in the room.
African Mahogany as part of Khaya genus has properties similar to the attributes of the American types ensuring that it can be used in the making of bathroom furniture with confidence.
The type of Mahogany used in bathroom furniture making by Uniche Creations is known as Khaya ivorensis. This type is commonly found throughout specific parts of Africa. Uniche only makes use of Mahogany derived from areas where there are reforestation policies in place.
Why Mahogany?
The wood has an amazing colour which can range from a light pinkish brown to a dark reddish colour which becomes darker as the wood ages. It offers rot resistant properties and a stunning interlocked and very unique wood texture that provides a distinct character to any bathroom. The wood is fairly resistant to warping, shrinking, and bending. It is also resistant to insect infestations which normally appear in humid areas of the home.
The amazing finishes obtained get even more beautiful when the wood is exposed to light and as it ages. It is long lasting, knot free wood which handles stains well and can hold paint. Mahogany is a strong type of wood that makes stunning bathroom furniture as available from Uniche Creations specializing in furniture with a distinct Pan African feel to it combined with the sleek designs of contemporary European furniture design. Visit their website for an overview of their range and contact them for custom made manufacturing of lodge, hotel, guesthouse and estate furniture.