The most expensive tree species. What is luxury furniture made from - valuable wood species Particularly valuable tree species
When talking about a valuable type of wood, many understand this concept as oak or elm. Although in fact this is far from the most valuable wood, there are much more expensive ones. We present nine trees, the price tag for furniture from which would amaze even very wealthy people with its scale, but, fortunately, this valuable wood is used extremely rarely for furniture.
Bokote
Looking at this wood, you get the feeling that it is not real. Amazing natural coloring - one ring is light, one is almost black. By right of its originality, this tree takes first place in the top of the most expensive types of wood. Its price per cubic meter is $33,000.
Sandalwood
There are few people who have not heard about sandalwood - the most famous tree. Oil is also extracted from sandalwood. Its peculiarity is that it retains its aroma for a long time and a craft made from such wood can serve as a room aroma for many years. The price per cube is $20,000.
Bubinga
A very original tree, it also grows in very original places - only in flooded areas. Popular among gunsmiths as a material for rifle butts. Price: $19,000 per cubic meter.
Dalbergia
This tree is also a colored tree, and although it does not have such sharp color transitions as the Purple Heart, it looks very noble. It grows in South America and costs $16,000 per cubic meter.
Amaranth
Amaranth, or in other words Purple Heart, is an amazing, unique tree, its purple color can be safely called a real miracle of nature. Its cost today is $12,000 per cubic meter.
Grenadil
Next up is African ebony - grenadile. The price per cubic meter is $10,000. Very expensive, very valuable and, unfortunately, on the verge of extinction. Because of its qualities, it was used to make musical instruments.
Agar
The price per cubic meter is the same as for grenadil - $10,000 per cubic meter. In addition to the original black-hearted wood, aromatic oil has been made from this tree for 3,000 years.
Ebony
Many have heard the phrase “ebony figurine” about girls with a slender, chiseled figure. The peculiarity of this tree is its unique density; it practically does not absorb moisture and is quite difficult to process. Musicians love it for these properties; an ebony instrument will not swell or lose sound at the most unexpected moment. The price per cubic meter is $10,000.
Umnini
Other names for this rare tree are pink ivory or red cat. It grows widely on the African continent in a number of countries, mainly used for making billiard cues, knife handles and national jewelry. Price $8,000 per cubic meter.
The Green Forest company does not produce furniture from solid wood of these trees, but at comfortable prices you can order furniture from solid oak and pine from us. Such furniture will last for many years and will always look elegant.
07/20/2019 at 16:25 · VeraSchegoleva · 11 690
10 most expensive tree species in the world, of which there are very few left
When choosing furniture and decorative items, we often pay attention to wood. It depends on how long this or that thing will last. In some trees (oak, beech, ash) it is hard and stable, in others it is pliable (linden, pine).
But the price of a thing is not always directly proportional to its reliability and functionality. Those who are not used to saving, who bask in luxury, are usually not practical and are ready to pay thousands of dollars to purchase things from the most expensive wood species in the world and in Russia.
What is special about them, why are they so valuable? Let's talk about this.
10. Grenadil (African ebony)
For 1 cubic meter of this tree they ask for 10 thousand dollars. Grenadil or African ebony has always been highly valued, because had irreplaceable acoustic properties. It was used to make wind musical instruments.
The wood is dense, shiny, its color can vary, from reddish to dark, black. Even in ancient Egypt, this wood was highly valued and cabinetmakers were interested in it.
Once upon a time, grenadil was used as ballast, it was loaded onto merchant ships. Since this wood was in demand, trees began to be cut down. Therefore, it is now endangered in Kenya, and its numbers have also decreased significantly in Tanzania and Mozambique.
Numerous poachers and smuggling also contribute. Considering the fact that the tree grows very slowly, becoming mature closer to 60 years old, one should not be surprised at its cost.
9. Agar
This plant has many names: paradise, aloe, agar tree. It has a special, hard wood, greasy to the touch and resinous. It is used as one of the oldest and most expensive perfume ingredients.
Oddly enough, only wood that has been affected by fungus is valued. In this case, it is filled with dark resin, which has an amazing aroma. This resin impregnation process can take up to several hundred years, but requires a minimum of several decades.
These pieces of resin wood have always been highly prized. So, in the treasury of one Japanese emperor, among, this wood was kept, each of the pieces of which had its own name.
In the East agar consumed, as, used in religious rituals. It was a component of perfume that only sheikhs and their associates could afford. A special oil was obtained from it, the secret of which was kept secret for thousands of years. Another name for it is “ liquid gold" It has a unique aroma and is one of the most powerful aphrodisiacs.
Now 1 cubic meter of this tree costs about 10 thousand dollars. Until the early 20th century, it was rarely brought to Europe. Now, due to uncontrolled logging, it is also in danger of extinction.
8. Ebony
This is a special black wood (or black with stripes. The older the tree from which the wood was obtained, the more valuable it is.
There are several varieties of this wood. The most famous- Cameroonian ebony, black color. It has one drawback - open pores. Especially valuable moon ebony. The most expensive cues in the world are made from it.
This is a piece of goods and costs a lot of money. Its cost is also so high because the wood is too dense and dulls any cutting woodworking tool.
Price ebony may vary, depending on the variety, but on average from 10 thousand per 1 cubic meter. Furniture and musical instruments are made from it. Previously, cutlery handles, door and window handles, and even knitting needles and hooks were made from this wood.
7. Sandalwood
Sandalwood is a genus of tropical trees from India. Once upon a time, this country was the main supplier of sandalwood and sandalwood oil.
Now, in order to restore the tree population, it is forbidden to export all this from the country. Sandalwood oil was once used in medicine, but due to the high price (at first it was 600 dollars per 1 kg, then the cost increased to 1 thousand dollars), they decided to abandon it, replacing it with synthetic flavors.
Since 1998, Australia has become the main supplier of sandalwood. Costs about 20 thousand dollars per cubic meter.
6. Pink ivory or Umnini
An evergreen, sometimes deciduous tree that grows up to 15 m in height, can be found in South Africa. This Umnini or Pink ivory.
The Zulu called it " royal tree" Until the end of the 19th century, only those who belonged to the Zulu royal family could decorate themselves with products made from its wood; everyone else could pay for it with their lives, including strangers.
Valued for its unique wood. It is hard and its properties are close to ivory (hence the second name). Expensive items, cues, etc. are now made from it. Sculptures, bundles of knives, chess pieces.
Wood is very expensive, about 8 thousand dollars per cubic meter.
5. Backout tree
The wood is particularly durable and hard. Common names – iron or holy tree. Lignum vitae is a heavy wood that sinks in water, it is green in color with red and black streaks.
It was used to make things where the combination of heaviness and strength was important: bowling balls, comfortable cricket clubs... The famous watchmaker John Harrison made watches only from wood, and the most loaded parts were made from backout. There is a whole cathedral built from this tree.
Nowadays there is almost no cutting down of this tree, and 1 cubic meter of backwood costs about 80 thousand dollars.
4. Amaranth
That's what they call wood Peltogyne, who grow up in America. Its other name is purple tree. At first amaranth dark brown, but turns purple when exposed to air. It is valued for this color.
When exposed to ultraviolet light, the wood turns brown again. Previously, it was used to decorate furniture and small items were made from it. Now floor coverings are made from amaranth, as are still furniture, fittings, etc. It costs about 12 thousand dollars per cubic meter.
3. Dalbergia
Dalbergia- a genus of woody plants that can be found in Africa, Asia and South America. The wood produced from it is called rosewood.
Its other name is pink tree. Already from the name it is clear that it is pink, but sometimes it can be brick-red, or even chocolate-colored with dark veins.
The most expensive parquet and furniture are made from this wood. Often used to decorate cabins, liners and carriages. It is from rosewood that xylophone keys or other parts of instruments are made.
Valuable wood is used to make chess, kitchen utensils and canes. 1 cubic meter of this wood costs more than 10 thousand dollars.
2. Bubinga
Other name - African rosewood or Huaca. Wood bubinga very beautiful, because it is dense and hard, with clearly visible growth rings. It is red-brown, covered with stripes of dark red or purple. It is used to create furniture; table tops look especially beautiful.
An indispensable material for the manufacture of many musical instruments: harps, guitars, because... thanks to it the sound is deep and rich.
Used to decorate some, as a basis for sunglasses. Costs about 19 thousand dollars per cubic meter.
1. Bokote
Other name - mexican rosewood. U bokote greenish-yellow or golden-brown wood with brown or black veining. It has an oily sheen. It gets darker with age.
The wood is not durable, but exquisite. It is used to make parquet, high-quality furniture, and small turned items. Used in shipbuilding and in the manufacture of musical instruments. The price per cubic meter is 33 thousand dollars.
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Trees with special properties (water resistance, durability, strength, etc.) have always been of great interest and demand. They were used in shipbuilding and the manufacture of expensive furniture back in the 17th century. Currently, many expensive tree species are subject to complete destruction and states protect them from encroachment.
Due to their high cost, many tree species have practically disappeared. Some can already be counted into tens. Such trees are listed in the Red Book and are protected.
There is the most expensive tree on Earth, the price of which per cubic meter is about 100 thousand dollars. It grows in Africa, parts of Asia and in the forests of India and is called Ebony (ebony).
Eben is mostly black wood, very durable and water resistant. In ancient Egypt, the price of wood was equal to gold. It was considered healing and bowls were made from ebony, believing that they neutralized poison. A piece of ebony wood was placed in dishes with food so that it would have a beneficial effect on the body.
Eben is extremely dense - 1300 kg per cubic meter at a humidity of 15%, the wood is heavy and sinks in water. The tree itself looks more like a tall bush, as its branches spread to the side.
The tree belongs to the genus Persimmon ( Diospyros), there are 103 varieties. The most valuable Eben is presented below.
Since ancient times, it was believed that weapons made of ebony would bring victory and scare away evil spirits. Amulets were made from it, symbolizing dexterity and great luck.
Objects made of ebony were discovered in the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.
In all types of this wood, the treated wood has a very interesting shine.
The tree grows very slowly, reaches 10 meters in height and more than one meter in width. Its bark is not used in furniture making, but is used by African healers in their preparations and rituals.
Second place after ebony, occupied by backout . The price per cubic meter is just under 100 thousand dollars. It grows in Cuba, Jamaica, Guatemala, Puerto Rico and Haiti. Very dense and stable wood, easily sinks in water, and is the heaviest wood offered on the markets.
Backout belongs to the Guaiacum family. Very slow growing, reaches 10-15 m. Thin trunk, 0.3 - 0.7 meters wide. It is endangered due to the extremely high cost of its wood. It can be dark green, brown and almost black.
The tree has the property of changing the color of the wood if it is exposed to the sun for more than 4 hours. From a brown piece of wood, it turns out greenish.
In the genus of Buckouts, there is an interesting tree Bulnesia sarmiento ). In international trade, the essential oil of this tree is widely known. And because of the abundantly resinous wood, it is called balsam.
In the remaining trees, the resin content is 25%.
Backout is used to make pins and bowling balls, turning accessories, and bearings. Used in shipbuilding and mechanical engineering. The clear circle of color in the trunk is striking in its clarity.
The third, most expensive tree is Macassar . It has great decorative value and its stripes are unique. No two pieces of this wood are the same. The cost of a cubic meter of wood is equal to the backout, just under 100 thousand dollars. It is a member of the ebony genus and grows primarily in Indonesia. Its red and black stripes are unique and add luxury to any interior.
These three tree species are the most valuable and rare in the world. But there are other, less expensive, but rare types of wood. The valuable ones include the following: rosewood (Madagascar and Central Africa), cost 10 thousand dollars per cubic meter; zebrano(zebra stripes), cost 6 thousand dollars; wenge- 2500 thousand dollars and others.
Mahogany is very popular. Mahogany furniture looks great. Such trees include red sandalwood, Malayan paduk, berry yew and others.
When talking about a valuable type of wood, many understand this concept as oak or elm. Although in fact this is far from the most valuable wood, there are much more expensive ones. We present nine trees, the price tag for furniture from which would amaze even very wealthy people with its scale, but, fortunately, this valuable wood is used extremely rarely for furniture.
Bokote
Looking at this wood, you get the feeling that it is not real. Amazing natural coloring - one ring is light, one is almost black. By right of its originality, this tree takes first place in the top of the most expensive types of wood. Its price per cubic meter is $33,000.
Sandalwood
There are few people who have not heard about sandalwood - the most famous tree. Oil is also extracted from sandalwood. Its peculiarity is that it retains its aroma for a long time and a craft made from such wood can serve as a room aroma for many years. The price per cube is $20,000.
Bubinga
A very original tree, it also grows in very original places - only in flooded areas. Popular among gunsmiths as a material for rifle butts. Price: $19,000 per cubic meter.
Dalbergia
This tree is also a colored tree, and although it does not have such sharp color transitions as the Purple Heart, it looks very noble. It grows in South America and costs $16,000 per cubic meter.
Amaranth
Amaranth, or in other words Purple Heart, is an amazing, unique tree, its purple color can be safely called a real miracle of nature. Its cost today is $12,000 per cubic meter.
Grenadil
Next up is African ebony - grenadile. The price per cubic meter is $10,000. Very expensive, very valuable and, unfortunately, on the verge of extinction. Because of its qualities, it was used to make musical instruments.
Agar
The price per cubic meter is the same as for grenadil - $10,000 per cubic meter. In addition to the original black-hearted wood, aromatic oil has been made from this tree for 3,000 years.
Ebony
Many have heard the phrase “ebony figurine” about girls with a slender, chiseled figure. The peculiarity of this tree is its unique density; it practically does not absorb moisture and is quite difficult to process. Musicians love it for these properties; an ebony instrument will not swell or lose sound at the most unexpected moment. The price per cubic meter is $10,000.
Umnini
Other names for this rare tree are pink ivory or red cat. It grows widely on the African continent in a number of countries, mainly used for making billiard cues, knife handles and national jewelry. Price $8,000 per cubic meter.
Since ancient times, wood has been used by man to build houses, ships, carts, and to make furniture and household utensils. And today we appreciate the reliability, beauty and natural warmth of this material.
The current selection includes the most valuable wood species, which are used for luxury furniture, in shipbuilding, and in the manufacture of musical instruments.
10. Rosewood
Rosewood wood is yellow to pink in color with a reddish pattern. This valuable material has a pleasant smell.
The high price of the material does not allow it to be used in solid pieces, so veneer is used in the furniture industry. Solid wood is used in the production of expensive musical instruments.
9. Karelian birch
Beautiful patterns, hardness and strength make this wood especially valuable. Karelian birch is easily distinguished by its dark brown inclusions on a light background.
This wood is used as an ornamental material, as well as in luxury furniture production. Since the population of Karelian birch is actively declining, instead of solid wood, birch veneer is increasingly used in surface finishing.
8. Rosewood
The color of rosewood varies from pinkish brown to chocolate. This wood has a pleasant floral aroma, which gradually disappears when dried.
Rosewood is one and a half times harder than oak. It is used in the production of parquet, musical instruments, and furniture.
7. Paduk
Another name for this wood is Burmese mahogany. Paduk is valued for its original color, durability, and decorativeness. This wood is used in shipbuilding, furniture, veneer, parquet, musical instruments, and billiard cues.
6. Merbau
This wood is harder than oak, polishes well and does not require protection from insects and fungi.
Merbau is used to make parquet, steps, furniture, wall panels, and musical instruments.
When exposed to light, this wood darkens over time.
5. Wenge
Dark, heavy wenge wood is very pressure resistant and has excellent resistance to insects and fungi.
The texture of wenge is very decorative, so it is not recommended to varnish it; it is much more correct to use waxing.
Wenge is used to make furniture, stairs, and flooring.
4. Zebrano
The "zebra tree" grows only in West Africa. Because The population of these trees is rapidly declining; environmentalists are actively protesting against the use of this beautiful striped wood in the manufacture of furniture and finishing materials.
By the way, creating complex decorative elements from zebrawood is not easy - the tree is quite capricious when processed.
3. Balsamo
This reddish-brown wood has a pleasant vanilla aroma. Balsamo is used in furniture production, shipbuilding, and the production of finishing materials.
Balsamo grows only in South and Central America. This material is supplied to the European market in very limited quantities.
2. Backout
It is also called ironwood. The cost of a cubic meter of backout wood is just under $100,000. Backout grows in Guatemala, Honduras, Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, and also in Puerto Rico.
Due to its very high resin content, this wood is very dense, which previously made it indispensable in shipbuilding. Backout is not afraid of moisture and has a noble aroma. Gunsmiths love this tree, using it to make knife handles.
1. Ebony
The cost of a cubic meter of ebony is about $100,000. The ebony tree grows in Africa, Ceylon, and also in South India. Ebony wood is incredibly dense, hard, and is never attacked by fungus or termites.
Ebony wood is moisture resistant and, when polished, acquires a beautiful shine. Today, imitation of this wood is increasingly used, because The habitat of ebony is rapidly declining due to intensive logging.
The famous ebony is nothing more than the heartwood of ebony without pronounced growth rings.