Ironwood is one type of Indonesian wood that already popular in the world as furniture material. With a very good level of hardwood, many people use it for various needs. In its origin place, iron wood often used for house material which is usually located above swamp, river, or sea. Because of its durability, the house can last decades, even in humid areas.

Because of the advantages, the popularity of this iron wood is increasing. Many people then use it to beautify their home, as following:

Ceiling or Lambersering
Currently, wooden ceilings or lambers are in popularity. In addition to adding to the artistic and aesthetic value of the house, wooden ceilings also make the atmosphere more cool and pleasing to the eye. Although homeowners have to spend larger budget, but it is balanced with the quality obtained. Lambersering ironwood is perfect to accompany a classic or contemporary style house.

Ironwood Decking
Decking is a term for outdoor flooring, such as patio area or poolsides. Instead of using ordinary ceramics or natural stone, the use of wood is considered more attractive. For decking, many building experts recommend this ironwood. In addition to having smoother surface, iron wood is also resistant to water, so it doesn’t rot quickly.

Stair
The existence of stairs is not only means to go up and down, but also serves as a home interior decoration. Lately, people have started to look at stairs made of wood, because it has its own charm. By wooden stairs, the atmosphere of the house looks more natural, so it can bring the comfort and warmth in it. Iron wood is suitable as the main material, because of its very sturdy and strong characteristics.

Fence
If in the past the fence was mostly made of iron, now it is the turn of the wooden fence. In addition to the functional side, the wooden fence is also able to add to the aesthetic value of the house from the outside. Here are some of the advantages of wooden fences:

• Wood material is easier to blend with any home design, so it doesn’t doubt the home design
• Wood has better weather resistance, so maintenance is simpler
• The repair process is easier and cheaper, because it can be done yourself

Interested in applying it at home? It’s okay, but notice to the wood material you want to use. Choose the hardwood and durable, such as ironwood. Do not forget, use an experienced installation service, so as not to damage the wood. Because, installing a wooden fence is not easy, the distance must be calculated properly. Not only the distance between the wood to each other, but also between the wood and the ground.

Furniture
Currently, there are many home furnishings that use iron wood materials, such as cabinets, buffets, sofas, and others. This is because iron wood has a very strong resistance to termite attack and the smell is also aromatic. In terms of artistic value, the original shade of iron wood is interesting. Yellow or light gray is certainly very attractive for furniture. It’s just that the placement of iron wood furniture needs to consider properly. Because this Kalimantan wood has a fairly heavy weight, so it is quite difficult to move around.

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