Indian Rosewood
Dalbergia latifolia
Understand the timber. Explore its character.
Find the right product for your project.
01 A closer look at Indian rosewood
Indian rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia) is valued for its rich colour and distinctive grain. It is used in furniture, cabinetry and decorative woodwork.
Choose material by its dimensions, appearance and condition, with the intended end use in mind.
Scientific name
Dalbergia latifolia
Family Fabaceae
Common name East Indian rosewood
Identify by botanical species,
not trade name alone.
02 Read the grain. See the character.
Natural colour and figure vary from piece to piece. Inspect the actual material before ordering.
Heartwood
Brown to purple-brown tones can be marked by darker streaks.
Sapwood
Paler outer wood can contrast with the darker heartwood.
Grain & figure
Review the grain and appearance of the pieces offered for your project.
Indian rosewood and Sheesham are different species: Dalbergia latifolia / Dalbergia sissoo.
Visual appearance alone is not conclusive identification.
03 From log to usable timber
01 Inspect
Check size, form and visible defects.
02 Saw
Plan the cut for the required format.
03 Season
Agree the moisture requirement for the end use.
04 Prepare
Confirm final sizes and machining allowances.
Recovery and drying time vary with the log, thickness, defects and intended use.
Choose your rosewood format
Rosewood logs
Full logs for buyers planning their own conversion and cutting requirements.
What can you create with rosewood?
Furniture & cabinetry
Slabs and boards for furniture and joinery projects.
Decorative surfaces
Round sections and figured timber for distinctive details.
Handles & woodcraft
Blanks for turning, handles and specialist work.
What influences the price?
Dimensions & recoveryRequired sizes and the amount of usable timber.
Grain & appearanceColour, figure and matching requirements.
Grade & conditionVisible defects, sapwood and moisture condition.
Processing & deliveryPreparation, quantity and destination.
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