Indian rosewood is a decorative wood for the furniture and cabinetwork. It is a heavy timber with high-strength properties and is especially hard. Generally Rosewood found in the eastern and southern part of India and Karnataka is renowned for its craftsmanship in rosewood.

Rosewood yields fine solid wood and veneer for use in furniture, cabinetry and high-end architectural woodwork. In countries it is uses for the wood include plywood, skis, boats, and flooring, shop, office and bank fittings, and exterior joinery.

Rosewood made items include turned knobs, drawer pulls and handles. It has long been a favorite for making carpenters" tools and cutlery; decorative boxes are also made from rosewood. It is also popular to make many types of furniture, such as Scandinavian-style furniture. Figured veneers are used to make high-end paneling, paneled doors and cabinets.