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Semi Solid Wood doors by Sine Wave International — SW-DR-0017
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Materials & woods

The materials behind the beauty

Timbers, veneers, sheets and finishes — what they are, how they behave and where we recommend them.

Material library

Touch, compare, choose.

Tap any card for a detailed description.

At a glance

Wood species compared.

Density and behaviour guide our recommendations for each room and budget.

WoodBotanicalHardnessBest forCharacter
MerantiShorea spp.Moderate–HighDoors, frames, furnitureTermite-resistant, stable, easy to finish
Ash WoodFraxinus spp.Moderate-HighDoors, furniture, millworkOak-like grain, takes stain beautifully
MahoganySwietenia spp.HighPremium doors, panellingRich reddish tone, classic luxury
Dyaar (Deodar)Cedrus deodaraLight–ModerateDoors, windows, panellingNative Himalayan cedar; aromatic & durable
Yellow PinePinus spp.ModerateDoors, framesLight colour, great value
SPF / KelSpruce-Pine-Fir / Pinus wallichianaLight–ModerateEconomy doors, jambsBudget-friendly, easy to work
SheeshamDalbergia sissooHighFurniture, veneersHeavy, durable and richly figured
Oak / TeakQuercus / TectonaHighPremium doors, windowsOutstanding weather & wear resistance
Boards, hardware & coatings

The supporting cast.

Great joinery depends on what you cannot see.

MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)

Smooth, uniform core for painted, veneered and CNC-carved work.

HDF (High Density Fibreboard)

Harder, denser sheets for door skins and engraved panels.

Shutterboard

Used in kitchen carcasses and vanities for humid environments.

Commercial Plywood

Cross-laminated sheets for strength in shelves, beds and bases.

PVC Foam Board

Fully waterproof; ideal for bathrooms, kitchens and exterior-adjacent doors.

Veneers & Laminates

Natural wood veneers and high-pressure laminates in hundreds of designs.

Hardware

Soft-close hinges, telescopic channels, lifts, locks, handles & LED profiles.

Adhesives & Coatings

Simple hand polish, high-grade PU polish and UV coatings for durable, low-maintenance finishes.

Free quotation

Not sure which material suits you?

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