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M-Y-S-T-E-R-Y of W-O-O-D
Inhale the fragrance of wood and join me on a journey through the beauty of nature, the myth of trees and the mystery of wood. Turn the page–and let the charm of wood, the fifth element, seduce you.
– Michael Schmid
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A-F-R-O-R-M-O-S-I-A
For many centuries, the native inhabitants of Africa have had a secret knowledge of the overwhelming power of trees. The indigenous peoples use the Afrormosia tree not only as firewood and timber but also venerate it as a source of healing and power. Full of reverence, they touch the tree bark with their finger tips to regenerate their physical energy. Let this wood unfold its energetic effect in your home!
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Canadian M-A-P-L-E
Native Americans in Eastern Canada were the first to discover the magic of the maple tree. Legend has it that a squaw collecting firewood put down her bowl under a maple tree. When later she cooked the evening meal in this vessel over the open fire, everyone was astonished at the extremely sweet taste of the food. Sinzibuckwud (which means “drawn from the wood”) was the name given to maple syrup by the Native Americans. Sweeten your home–with a maple parquet floor.
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A-C-A-C-I-A / R-O-B-I-N-I-A
Not many plants withstand the hot rays of the glaring African sun. But the acacia tree is a survival whiz and adjusts itself to its environment like a chameleon. Moreover, it provides shelter and an ideal habitat to the kings of the air, the birds. Acacia wood, which can be found both in Northern Africa and in Europe, optimally adjusts to the ambiance of your home–let yourself be convinced.
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A-P-A / D-O-U-S-S-I-E
The possibilities for using wood are almost unlimited. The West African species doussie–also known as apa or afzelia–mainly distinguishes itself by its hardness and smoothness. This is why it was preferred as material for cycle-racing tracks–the fastest cycle-racing track in Europe is made of doussie wood. But you need not dash through the house on your bike for enjoying the doussie floor!
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Sycamore M-A-P-L-E
Alone in the harsh mountains, the sycamore maple defies the rough climate of its surroundings. In freezing cold winters, the mountain peasants spent their evenings in front of the crackling fire of the stove carving skis from the wood of the sycamore maple. On these skis, they left their tracks in the snow of the enchanted landscape when they descended into the valley. Enjoy your winter evenings with sycamore maple wood under your feet, lulled by the comfortable warmth of the wood stove.
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B-L-A-C-K C-H-E-R-R-Y
From the fresh and feminine pink color of the beautiful blossoms in spring, you can hardly guess the hue of the black cherry wood. Black cherry brings new color to your hair. Especially women who feel like trying something new appreciate the soft shade of brown which takes on a red shimmer in the sunlight. Let yourself be enchanted by the wonderful hue of black cherry wood and let it unfold its full effect in your home.
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B-L-A-C-K W-A-L-N-U-T
Hard shell, soft core–this does not only apply to walnuts but also to many people. In many myths and legends, the walnut is a symbol for man. The solid and furrowed shell stands for the human bones. The brownish shell of the walnut is an ideal protective cover for the delicious fruit hidden inside. Man’s vulnerable soul deep inside is protected by the bones. Provide your soul with protection and a feeling of comfortableness. Walnut woods give perfect protection to your home.
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B-E-E-C-H unsteamed
Firewood is crackling and popping in the open fireplace, a pleasant warmth is spreading. Beech wood is considered the pearl among the firewoods as it makes the flames flicker beautifully for a long time. Dream away while enjoying the playful flames and let your thoughts run free. Beech wood emanates a pleasant warmth–not only in the form of firewood but also under your feet, in the form of a parquet floor. Has the spark been ignited?
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B-E-E-C-H steamed
Do you know this mystical feeling of going for a walk through endless beechwood forests? All at once the daylight changes into a soft green hue, and each and every tree trunk seems to tell a story. As soft breeze awakes your attention–the gentle rustling of the leaves seems like a whispering from tree to tree. Bring the beauty and mystical aura of the beech into your home!
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O-A-K
Made of hard and centuries-old wood, with a majestic shape and mystically attractive to lightnings–the oak tree. Its wood emanates centuries-old knowledge, and each annual ring seems to tell a story. A story like the one about the reverence the Celts had for oaks: In a mystic ritual, white-clad druids cut mistletoes off oak trees with a golden sickle.
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O-A-K classic
Fog is billowing over the boggy landscape, a hazy light creates a ghostly atmosphere, and old bog oaks stand like silent witnesses. The wood of the ancient oak trunks distinguishes itself through its extravagant hue. Preserved in the bog for centuries, the oak wood takes on a deep black color through the bog water. A smoked oak floor will bring this mystical dark color into your home.
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O-A-K antique
Centuries-old oak wood gives a well-balanced and mystic flavor to the delicacies maturing in oak barrels. For connoisseurs, the label “matured in oak barrels” is a special sign for high-quality liquid delicacies such as wine, rum and balsamic vinegar.
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A-S-H
Many myths have been woven around the ash tree as a mediator between Heaven and Earth. Wicked old witches vigorously whip the water with their ash rods until big black clouds come up. Riding on broomsticks made of ash wood, they fling themselves up into the sky and vanish in the gloomy clouds. Many cultures venerate the ash tree as a tree of love. Pounded ash seeds are said to have an aphrodisiac effect. So why not try an ash wood floor in your bedroom?
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I-R-O-K-O
There is a mystical aura about the African tree species iroko–its wood is used to craft mysterious African masks. Before approaching the tree, however, the wise men reverentially ask the spirits for permission. Being the inhabitants of the tree, the spirits have the sole power to decide about its usage. If the wise men succeed in propitiating the capricious tree spirits, they get the permission to use the wood. Iroko wood brings a touch of mystery and exoticism into your life.
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J-A-T-O-B-A
With majestic beauty and its branches pointing skywards, the jatoba tree stands its ground in the green wilderness of the rain forest. It stretches its branches up through the roof of the rain forest to get more sunlight. The native inhabitants of the Amazon region appreciate the gifts they get from the tree. The jatoba tree provides them with food, soothes their aches and sweetens their everyday life. From its bark, they extract a magic potion which has a stimulating effect on the tired limbs of the jungle inhabitants. Feel the energy of this natural pick-me-up!
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C-H-E-R-R-Y (European)
Lean against a flowering cherry tree and enjoy the beginning of spring under a sea of white and pale pink blossoms. These gorgeous and delicate blossoms increase our pleasant anticipation of the plump red fruits. Bring spring into your home … Exquisite cherry wood under your feet will make you get that spring feeling!
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M-E-R-B-A-U
The merbau tree has a strong and indestructible character. It can bear thousands of kilos by supporting the most sacred sites and temples of Asia. The tears of the Merbau tree–its bark juice–have helped to put many thoughts on paper. And its flecked skin–the bark–cures the most obstinate colds. The benefits of this sacred wood are uncountable. Enjoy the strong character of this wood!
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R-E-D O-A-K
In the fall, our forests are ablaze in deep red color tones that chase away sad thoughts. In the last months of the year, the red oak pleases us with its gorgeous play of colors. Children have a great time collecting the colorful fallen leaves. They carry the extravagant and filigree leaves home like trophies and keep them in a special place. Have a great time finding a special place for your red oak floor!
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Norway M-A-P-L-E (steamed)
Goodbye winter: The Norway maple is one of the first heralds of spring and pleases us with its fresh and vividly green leaves. As soon as the snow gives in to the power of the first sun rays, the Norway maples in many parks and avenues arouse those exciting feelings of spring and free us from the dreariness of winter. A Norway maple floor radiates an aura of freshness and liveliness within your four walls–just try it!
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T-E-A-K
Wet but not slippery: Already very early, teak wood was an appreciated raw material for noble ships and yachts. Defying every weather and impressing with its extravagant color tone, teak furniture sets great accents on every garden terrace. Not only sunbathers appreciate the advantages of this high-grade wood–teak wood is also most warmly recommended as parquet floor material.
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W-E-N-G-E
Listen to the beautiful sound of this guitar–its neck is made of wenge wood. This is the first-class choice for fans of shapely and noble guitars. When fingers are dancing over this African wood, all your senses will be stirred. Let yourself be enchanted–also by the visual qualities of this wood!
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Z-E-B-R-A-N-O
Wild and skittish zebras roam through the endless spaces of the African steppes. To the untrained eye, one zebra looks exactly like another. But like the life lines on human palms, zebra stripes are individually different. An even more important effect of the stripes: this ingenious invention of Mother Nature makes sure that hungry predators cannot see the contours of the zebras. Do you appreciate individuality in your home? Try zebrano wood–and your floor will be incomparably beautiful!
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T-H-E B-O-O-K
All woods, assortments and stories about trees can be found in this book. It provides an excellent overview of the magic and beauty of wood. The attached CD contains assortment photos of all tree species that are presented. Wood is a natural material which distinguishes itself by its individuality and versatility. To visualize how the color of wood has varied after about one year, we show you an overview of the color changes.
