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Trade Knowledge

Material Guides

Detailed specifications for every material in the SIVO collection. Use these guides to advise your clients and choose the right products for each project.

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Acacia Wood

14 products in collection
origin
India & South-East Asia
durability
High
hardness
1,750 Janka
grain
Varied β€” streaked, knotted
finishes
Natural, dark stain, lacquer
care
Wipe clean, oil annually
Best For

High-traffic environments: restaurants, hotels, busy retail spaces. Ideal for dining tables and commercial furniture.

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βœ“ Advantages
Extremely durable and hard-wearing
Beautiful natural grain variation
Resistant to scratches and water damage
Sustainably sourced from managed plantations
Takes stain and finish well
⚠ Considerations
Grain can be unpredictable
Heavier than mango or pine
Can darken over time with sun exposure
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Mango Wood

12 products in collection
origin
India (Rajasthan)
durability
Medium–High
hardness
1,070 Janka
grain
Varied β€” golden, streaked
finishes
Natural, white wash, dark stain
care
Wipe clean, oil every 6 months
Best For

Residential furniture, bedroom collections, and lifestyle retail. Popular with UK independent stores for its warm, natural character.

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βœ“ Advantages
Warm honey tones that deepen with age
Lighter weight than acacia β€” easier handling
Sustainable β€” harvested from fruit plantations
Takes paint and stain exceptionally well
Cost-effective solid wood option
⚠ Considerations
Softer than acacia β€” can dent more easily
Needs regular oiling to maintain finish
Colour variation between batches
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Marble

4 products in collection
origin
Makrana, Rajasthan
durability
High
hardness
3–4 Mohs
grain
Natural veining β€” unique per piece
finishes
Polished, honed, sealed
care
Use coasters, seal annually
Best For

Statement dining tables, coffee tables, and accent pieces. Premium positioning for boutique retail and high-end residential projects.

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βœ“ Advantages
Premium look and feel β€” instant luxury
Each piece genuinely unique
Makrana marble β€” same quarries as the Taj Mahal
Naturally cool surface
Timeless material that never goes out of style
⚠ Considerations
Heavy β€” requires careful logistics
Can stain if unsealed
More expensive per unit
Requires careful handling in transit
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Recycled / Reclaimed Wood

3 products in collection
origin
India β€” reclaimed sources
durability
High
hardness
Varies by source timber
grain
Unique β€” nail marks, weathering
finishes
Natural, wax, clear lacquer
care
Wipe clean, wax periodically
Best For

Eco-conscious retailers, hospitality venues wanting authentic character, and customers who value sustainability and unique pieces.

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βœ“ Advantages
Genuinely sustainable β€” zero new timber
Every piece is one-of-a-kind
Strong storytelling and provenance
Appeals to eco-conscious consumers
Natural weathered patina
⚠ Considerations
Inconsistent sizing between batches
May contain old nail marks or imperfections
Limited availability β€” seasonal sourcing
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Iron & Metal

20 products in collection
origin
India β€” Jodhpur workshops
durability
Very High
hardness
N/A
grain
N/A β€” industrial finish
finishes
Powder coat, raw, blackened
care
Wipe clean, touch up as needed
Best For

Table bases, shelving frames, bar furniture, and contract-grade applications. Used across most SIVO collections as a complementary material.

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βœ“ Advantages
Extremely strong and durable
Industrial aesthetic highly popular in UK
Powder coating resists rust and chips
Contract-grade β€” suitable for hospitality
Pairs beautifully with all wood types
⚠ Considerations
Can scratch flooring without felt pads
Heavier shipping weight
Black finishes can show fingerprints
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Sheesham (Indian Rosewood)

5 products in collection
origin
India (North)
durability
Very High
hardness
2,440 Janka
grain
Tight β€” deep chocolate with golden streaks
finishes
Natural, dark, honey
care
Oil every 6 months, dust regularly
Best For

Traditional and transitional UK interiors. Classic solid wood furniture for living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms.

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βœ“ Advantages
One of the hardest commercial timbers
Deep, rich colour with beautiful grain
Extremely long-lasting β€” generations of use
Resistant to termites and decay
Classic aesthetic β€” timeless appeal
⚠ Considerations
CITES regulated β€” ensure documentation
Heavier than most alternatives
Higher price point due to scarcity
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