All hardwoods used by Furnitubes are supplied only from countries where governments operate strict controls on the size of trees that can be felled and where a forest conservation policy and replantation programme is in operation.
The countries of origin for Teak and Balau are Malaysia and South East Asia with Iroko and Ekki from the West Coast of Africa, predominantly Ghana and Cameroon. From the hundreds of trees available, the timber logger rarely takes as many as thirty trees and then only those with the dimensions as ruled by the government.
After the trees have fallen in a particular area the forest is left alone for a minimum period of 25 years.
The main problem is undoubtedly the over population in those parts of the world where the huge natural forest and vegetation areas are being cleared by burning, so that the land is then available for agriculture and building.
This action not only destroys the trees that could have been put to better use, but releases carbon dioxide adding to the 'greenhouse' effect.
Furnitubes offers all our customers the following advice when installing our range of exterior-use timber seating. Normal weather conditions can cause shrinkage and cracking in all timber products, due to their natural reaction to the elements.
Most Furnitubes' timber products are supplied untreated, enabling application of the most appropriate preservative for the particular installation site. Please contact your local Wood Preservation Specialist for further recommendations.
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