Mahogany Shorea is a non-endangered hardwood growing naturally and plentifully in Asia Pacific protected forests. In Asia Pacific, shorea has been the wood of choice for centuries in shipbuilding, furniture, houses, and many other uses. Because of its hardness and the natural oils present in the wood, shorea products are extremely resistant to fungi, termites, rot and decay. In addition, the wood is also carefully kiln-dried prior to production. Shorea is of the teak wood family but is more dense and heavy than teak. It requires no finishing and will not rot when left outdoors. Left untreated, shorea will weather to a soft warm shade of gray similar to the weathering of teak. The original color of shorea can be maintained by applying a seasonal coat of teak oil.
