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Writing on materials

Craft, materials and care — what we have learned making hand-carved furniture in Chiniot.

Buying GuidesFebruary 10, 20263 min read

Sheesham vs Mango, Acacia and MDF: Which Wood Should Your Furniture Be Made Of?

A plain-language comparison of the woods sold as solid furniture in Pakistan — how to tell Sheesham from mango, acacia and veneered MDF before you pay for it.