Journal

Notes from our workshop.

Buying guides, care notes, and material trade-offs — written for Kerala homes, not for "lifestyle" magazines.

• ·20 Jan 2026·3 min read

  Natural oil vs walnut stain vs ebony rub: what ages best

  A short guide to the three finishes we offer and how they look in year 1, 5, and 10.

• ·8 Dec 2025·4 min read

  Jute webbing vs S-springs: why we chose the old way

  S-springs are cheaper and faster to install. They're also why your last sofa sagged.

• ·18 Nov 2025·6 min read

  The almirah buying guide we wish we had

  What to check, what to ignore, and the three questions that expose a cheap build.

• ·2 Oct 2025·3 min read

  A 5-minute care guide for teak furniture

  Teak is low maintenance, not no maintenance. Here's what actually matters over 20 years.

• ·12 Sept 2025·5 min read

  How we source sheesham in Wayanad

  Every log we mill can be traced back to a licensed plot and a specific cutting permit.