Some of the advantages of coconut wood that will make you sure to choose furniture from this material include:

• The price is more affordable than first-class wood such as teak, Bengkirai, and ironwood.
• The size is stable and does not bend easily if the finishing process is carried out carefully.
• Resistant to pests and weeds, such as termites, powder mites, rats, and fungi.
• The coarse fibers of coconut wood produce unique and thick motifs with ethnic nuances.
• Not easily dented, scratched, or damaged by sharp objects (such as nails).
• The maintenance process is fairly practical and does not require a large budget.
• Can be processed into various types of furniture, such as cupboards, dining tables, guest chairs, beds, and others.
• The wood use is environmentally friendly compared to rare types of wood such as ironwood. Coconut trees not only produce wood but can also produce coconut oil, copra, and many other derivative products.

In addition to having various advantages, coconut wood for furniture materials also has several disadvantages as follows:

• Coconut wood has low water resistance. The texture of coconut wood will easily rot if exposed to water continuously. That is why this type of wood is not suitable for outdoor furniture material.
• The rough texture of coconut wood fibers can produce sharp wood chips that could injure your hands. This deficiency must be overcome through a careful finishing process so that the wood surface is truly smooth.
• The damp coconut wood makes its surface easy to bounce and changes shape and size. Bounces of coconut wood furniture that is still used will quickly damaged.
• Coconut trees need a lot of water to support their growth. This characteristic makes coconut wood contain a lot of water and go through a long drying process.
• The process is quite difficult because it requires the right technique to process rough and damp wood fibers.

Of course, by knowing more about coconut wood, you can be more careful in choosing suitable coconut wood furniture. It’s time to create an ethnic atmosphere in your home interior by choosing coconut wood as your mainstay material.

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