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SPEAK WITH TEAK

July 28, 2022

DETERMINED TO BEST SHOWCASE THE ENDLESS BEAUTY, ALONG WITH THE MYRIAD OF BENEFITS, ATTACHED TO THE LUXURIOUS BUT UNDERUTILISED TEAK WOOD IS JATIMAS.

Founded 22 years ago by Zawati Ibrahim, Jatimas Asia (M) Sdn Bhd has since cemented itself as the leading manufacturer-cum retailer for high-end, locally-made tropical hardwood furniture with a specialisation in teak wood. Matter of fact, its patented brand name which is a portmanteau of the terms ‘ jati’ and ‘mas’ – translates to ‘teak’ and ‘Malaysia’ from Bahasa Malaysia to English, respectively – clearly epitomises its essence in a self-explanatory manner. Considering this type of wood is not mass produced, revel in the exclusive but expansive range of indoor and outdoor furniture for the home and office environment; these pieces are crafted with exquisite and meticulous detail, accompanied by competitive prices and personalised services. Although the company also utilises mahogany, chengal, merbau, acacia and balau to showcase variety, Indonesian-imported along with the newly developed but underrated homegrown teak is the primary raw material chosen – for multiple good reasons. Beyond displaying a rustic yet timeless aesthetic, teak wood is deemed stable, durable, carvable as well as resistant to water, pests and decay. Furthermore, the value of this wood species increases steadily over time, resulting in a greater trade-in value.

Apart from providing trade-in as well as in-house refurbishing services that also accept pieces of furniture from other teak wood companies, the 10-year warranty guarantee is another extra advantage uniquely offered. Additionally, mineral polish oil will be given to customers upon purchase for biannual maintenance purposes as the wood has undergone exhaustive pressure treatment before the construction process to enhance its already strong inherent qualities. Research conducted by Jatimas has yielded that those as young as 35 years old are already attracted to this material which is typically associated with the older generation. Evolving with the current demand in the market, Jatimas’s own design team has recently branched out from its collection of classic, colonial and oriental styles to opt for a modern minimalist design with recognisable Malaysian motifs. In other words, expect the brand to not only play around with curves but also experiment with various materials in combination with wood such as leather, glass and marble. Suffice to say, this creative strategy has proven successful in drawing a much wider target audience – especially the younger crowd.

With a helping hand from the Malaysian Timber Industry Board (MTIB), teak wood is gradually but surely gaining prominence within the local furniture landscape. To exemplify, MTIB had been inviting Jatimas to participate in promotional activities such as Archidex and the REX Home Renovation Expo to spread awareness about the many benefits of this wood species. Over the years, the company earned illustrious accolades and titles such as the Business Superbrand status in 2006 together with an official entry in The Malaysia Book of Records as the ‘Largest Teak Wood Furniture Distributor’ as of 2005.

Jumping into the realm of wood upon a life-changing chance encounter with someone from the industry, Zawati has come to earnestly believe in the emotional impact of this sustainable material. Receiving positive feedback from customers supplemented by sentimental anecdotes brings her much fulfilment, reaffirming her continually growing admiration and devotion to timber. All in all, the everlasting appeal of teak is unquestionable.

For more information please visit www.jatimas.com.my or call 03 6138 8199

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