The trend for neon has transcended the catwalk into the world of interiors and in 2013 it is being used in abundance – particularly on wooden products. Here we highlight recent furniture launches that feature wooden surfaces stained or painted with bright neon colors to create futuristic wood grain effects.

This That Other seating series by Stefan Diez for e15: Made of robust and versatile molded oak-veneered plywood, the This That Other seating series by Stefan Diez for e15 was launched earlier this year at the Salone del Mobile in neon pink.

ColoRing by Schemata Architects & Jo Nagasaka: Showing at Spazio Rossana Orlandi during Milan design week earlier this year, Japanese studio Schemata Architects and designer Jo Nagasaka showcased a collection of stained wood furniture called ColoRing. Made using a traditional wood treatment called udukuri, the wood is polished with a brush made of sew grass that scrapes off the soft tissue and exposes the natural texture of the wood grain. Layers of leftover paint are then used to stain the pieces, before the timber is polished flat leaving behind remnants of the paint within the wood grain.

Logo Chairs by Richard Woods and Sebastian Wrong: Using his signature cartoon style, British artist Richard Woods has collaborated with designer Sebastian Wrong to create a collection of four chairs that are printed with vibrant wooden plank patterns.

Bikini Island collection by Werner Aisslinger for Moroso: Featuring a variety of  bold colour gradients, Berlin-based designer Werner Aisslinger’s wood dining chair and swivel chair made a striking addition to this year’s Moroso booth at the Salone del Mobile.

Offcut Stool Fluoro by Tom Dixon: Curved and irregular pieces of discarded wood called wayney edges are put to use as stool seats on Tom Dixon’s Offcut stools. Made from solid birch, the flatpack Offcut stools are finished with a lick paint in Dixon’s signature fluoro orange shade.