Monkey Pod Wood Furniture
Before You Buy
what is monkey pod wood?
The history behind the name

A Monkey Pod tree in Maui, HI.
The Monkey Pod tree also adds plenty of nitrogen to the surrounding soil, making grass around it greener, and during heavy flowering, the stamens from its flowers sometimes drop, rain-like, to the ground below.

One of our one of a kind custom live edge tables
Monkey pod's uses
Monkey Pod timber has been used by different cultures to produce a variety of products.
The stats
density & hardness of Monkey Pod Wood
The Janka Hardness rating for Monkey Pod wood is measured to be 900 pounds of force (4,010 Newtons). Its density comes in at 38 pounds per cubic foot.
characteristics
Monkey Pod wood's grain texture is typically characterized as a straight grain. The presence of knots and forks in the wood, however, tend to change up the grain wildly, adding tons of uniqueness to each and every slab. No two slabs are alike.
Monkey pod wood is rated as moderately durable to very durable against decay, and it is resistant to most insect attacks. As for sustainability, the Monkey Pod tree is not in danger of extinction. It is currently not listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

Crafting the Perfect Live Edge Table:
Why We Use Monkey Pod Wood
Why We Use Monkey Pod Wood
We use monkey pod wood for our custom live edge slab shop for a few reasons: it's widely available and incredibly durable, yet it's beauty is second to none.

availability
In addition to the roadsides and parks in Southeast Asia, Monkey Pod trees also grow plentifully in both Central and South America.
Durability
Monkey pod is a very dense wood. This is great for our custom live edge tables which can range from anywhere from 5ft in length to over 10ft!
We take extra steps to improve the durability of the monkey pod wood, such as using 3-inch thick slabs as tops to construct our live-edge tables. Monkey Pod wood is also very adaptable to a variety of climates and weather-tolerant as well.
Beauty
Monkey wood's beauty is what truly sets it apart from many other species. While the grain itself may be nothing special, it's the knots and splits that make all the difference. These creates very cool, interesting patterns that makes the table the center of attention for any room! Unlike most tables, which are crafted from planked wood, a monkey table is a slab from its inception, being harvested as a whole piece from the tree, from bark to bark.
This method causes each slab to vary widely in shape due to each tree's unique shape, formed over its lifetime. Some slabs have very slight curves in their live edges, some hang wildly to the right or left, and some slabs may have split in one end, resembling a tree with branches.
The end result of every custom monkey pod table is a trendy piece that is sure to be a conversation piece for every dinner party, birthday or game night.
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Sustainability
Monkey Pod trees are widely available across Central and South America. But, we make sure to take extra steps to harvest the used in our furniture wood as eco-friendly as possible. Every monkey pod slab we use is sourced from specialized tree farms. This ensures that each and every slab in harvested sustainably.
Wood Care: Tips For Maintaining Your Monkey Pod Wood Furniture
It's important to note that this is a living, breathing piece of furniture. For a longer lasting piece, proper maintenance is vital! For a piece that can truly stand for generations, consider these tips:
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