Have you heard about the existence of a 'furniture village' in Kerala? This village offers a wide range of wooden furniture, including beds, cupboards, dining tables, sofas, and chairs, all at huge discounts. The village in question is Nellikuzhi, situated along the Perumbavoor - Kothamangalam route. For the past twenty years, Nellikuzhi has held the title of the furniture capital of Kerala.

Approximately 350 shops are currently in operation in this area. Nellikuzhi features showrooms that vary in size from 1,000 to 20,000 square feet. The workplaces are situated behind these showrooms. The primary source of revenue for Nellikuzhi Panchayat is the taxes generated from these businesses. Around 10,000 skilled labourers from various States are employed here. What began as a small-scale industry two decades ago has transformed Nellikuzhi into the capital of furniture manufacturing today.

The production and supply of goods are done from this location, catering to numerous furniture stores throughout Kerala. Furthermore, they accept custom orders, crafting furniture according to individual preferences. Available items include divan couches priced at Rs. 4,500, almirahs at Rs. 15,000, dining tables at Rs. 7,500, and chairs at Rs. 1,000. These products are constructed from high-quality teak, mahogany, and manjiyam. Additionally, there is a selection of quality furniture imported from Indonesia and Malaysia.

What accounts for this remarkably low price? The majority of the workforce here hails from Uttar Pradesh. The key to this affordability lies in the efficient utilization of wood. Not a single fragment of wood is wasted in this facility. Advanced machinery is employed to meticulously cut the wood, ensuring minimal waste. Even a small piece of wood can yield the designs you require. When a tree is felled to create a piece of furniture, any remaining wood is repurposed to craft additional furniture. This practice significantly contributes to the overall low pricing.

The furniture produced in Nellikuzhi comes with a warranty of 20 years. Items manufactured here are supplied to major retail outlets in cities. Additionally, for customers seeking more affordable options, there is a practice of crafting furniture from various types of wood and applying a uniform colour, which is carried out with the customers' approval.

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