Designing a user-friendly, sustainable interior space can be a tricky job. With so many alternatives available in the market, choosing the right material for interiors can be exhausting. This blog explains why wood is the ideal choice and the various options available–helping you in making the decision easier. Wood is basically categorized into two sections- softwood and hardwood. Softwood is obtained from coniferous trees, is less expensive and is widely used in the mass production of furniture. Hardwood, on the other hand, is sourced from deciduous trees, is more expensive and slightly difficult to work with.
Two of the major factors in deciding whether a wood is sustainable or not, is its affordability and local availability. We’ve listed the most commonly used woods that make for a great material option for all interior works.

A dense type of timber, Sal is easily available in Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and a few other states in India. Sal is highly durable, termite resistant and can withstand water decay and other conditions. Since it does not require much maintenance, it is an appropriate choice for making doors and window frames.

Mostly produced in God’s own country Kerala, teak wood is fire resistant, strong and durable. Teak wood is also imported from Burma (Bangladesh) and Ghana (West Africa). Since it’s one of the most affordable woods available, it is a great option for making tables, cabinets and decorative items.