Teak is a highly valued wood in Indian woodworking due to its natural resistance to decay and pests, making it ideal for long-lasting furniture and structures.

Mortise and tenon is a woodworking technique that involves creating a hole (mortise) in one piece of wood and inserting a protruding piece (tenon) from another piece, providing a strong and durable joint.

Karnataka, particularly the city of Mysore, is famous for its sandalwood carvings, which showcase intricate designs and depict scenes from Hindu mythology and folklore.

Bidriware refers to the intricate metalwork and inlay art practiced in the town of Bidar, Karnataka. It involves creating intricate designs and patterns on metal objects, often used to embellish wooden furniture and decorative items.

Damascene is a metalworking technique that involves hammering thin sheets or wires of gold, silver, or other metals onto the surface of wooden objects, creating intricate patterns and designs.

Pyrography is the art of decorating wooden surfaces by burning designs and patterns using heated metal rods or chisels, creating a unique and visually appealing effect.

Gujarat, particularly the city of Surat, is renowned for its intricate wood carvings and sculptures, which often showcase elaborate floral and geometric patterns.

Marquetry is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by inlaying small pieces of colored wood or other materials, creating a mosaic-like effect.

Intarsia is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by inlaying small pieces of bone, ivory, or metal, creating a unique and visually appealing effect.

Chip carving is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by removing small pieces of wood using a chisel or gouge, creating a raised or recessed effect.

Rajasthan is famous for its intricate wood carvings and sculptures, which often depict scenes from daily life, mythology, and folklore.

Plique-a-jour is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by inlaying small pieces of colored glass or ceramic, creating a stained glass-like effect.

Damascene is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by inlaying small pieces of metal, often arranged in geometric or floral patterns.

Pietra dura is the art of creating intricate designs and patterns on wooden surfaces by inlaying small pieces of colored stone or gemstone, creating a mosaic-like effect.