This means that the furniture will withstand all climatic conditions and will not split, crack or warp. The timber is then transported to their sawmill where it is dried in computer controlled kilns to the desired moisture content. The African Teak recoppices, which means that the tree will re-grow from the stump of the tree. Only certain size trees can be cut and all small trees are left to grow up through the forest canopy. The forest is a multi-hardwood forest with about 100 species of which two species are currently being cut out of the forest. It is very strictly controlled by the Zimbabwe Forestry Commission. The African teak comes out of Presidential's own forest in the North Westem region of Zimbabwe. The features of the individual woods follow: They do not cut from virgin forests or in any endangered habitat areas. All of the timbers are harvested under the strictest conservation guidelines from established hardwood plantations or designated forests. The tables are primarily made from an exotic African hardwood, namely African Teak with their "Value Line" manufactured from Tropical Conifer. WOODS USED IN PRESIDENTIAL BILLIARDS TABLES Unlike any other manufacturer we are aware of, Presidential Billiards is a fully vertically integrated company they grow their own hardwoods, cut the timber, kiln dry it to their own requirements, manufacture the table and distribute it to the retailer, with no middle-men and a minimum of suppliers. Although Presidential Billiards is fairly new to the US market, they are backed by a very large and well-established company, Wilson International which manufacturers fine furniture for the European and US market. Presidential Billiards is the marketing arm of Wilson International, a large furniture manufacturing company based in Zimbabwe, and employs over 600 people. Presidential Billiards Table Specifications Stylish, transitional solid-wood table with an in-vogue charcoal brown finish.ĭining Top and Bench option is provided for added versatility. Oak table with a weathered natural finish with a bold shape and unique coloring. Natural variations in the wood and hand-applied finishing process give each table its own unique look. Rustic 8' table with stylish metal v-shaped pedestal legs. Solid wood with unique dark chocolate finish and diamond site wide rails.Ĭlassic style table with a Gray Walnut finish.Ĭhoice of Queen Anne or Ball + Claw legs and Leather Shield or Fringe pockets. Manufactured from Solid Rhodesian Teak with a hand carved Rams head leg.Īvailable in a natural teak finish or a Mahogany finish. Uses metal cross bars with turn buckles enhance its uniqueness. Transitional-style, black-finished billiard table. Unique 'Barndoor Gray' wood finish creates a subtle, natural look.īeautifully crafted solid Eucalyptus table available in dark Mahogany and Chestnut finish.įour leg options are available: Tapered Columns, Ball & Claw, Rams Head, and Queen Anne. Rustic and sturdy wooden 8' table with metal accents.
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