What timbers are used in the manufacture of our products:

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What is Rubberwood? (Hevea Brasiliensis)
Rubber plantations have existed for hundreds of years in tropical countries. These plantations have been used mainly for the production of latex. After the economic life of the rubber tree, which is generally 30 years, the latex yields become extremely low and the planters then fell the rubber trees and plant new ones, previously these trees were burned and turned into charcoal providing little subsequent value both economically and ecologically. This eco-friendly Rubberwood (Hevea brasiliensis) is an excellent timber to use for the production of children's toys.

Albizia Falcataria
The  is one of the worlds fastest growing trees. After its useful life as a windbreaker on the hill plantations of Sri Lanka it is harvested. 

What is Beech?
Pale brown to pinky and white , hard wood but relatively easily worked.
Whitest wood considered to be best grade.
Uses of Beech - Large trees for timber, not suitable for outside use although used for piles immersed in water. Used for furniture and many other uses such as bowls, spoons, tools, plywood, and veneers. Valuable as sawn timber. Widely used for its decorative features and colour for veneers.