One of the considerations for building a house, storage, or other structure with flooring is whether to include floor trusses as part of the build. While floor trusses are not always necessary, they can speed up installation time for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. In addition, the floor trusses help to minimize the recoil or … Read more
Marine-grade plywood is named so because it’s made to withstand different environmental conditions like temperature, moisture, rain, snow, etc. However, this isn’t the only qualification that plywood needs to meet before it can be labeled “marine grade.” There are a few other deciding factors, like, it can only be made from Western Larch or Douglas … Read more
Marine-grade plywood is currently used to construct a variety of different boats all around the globe. It is also a go-to choice for homeowners and contractors to build decks, flooring, and other outdoor purposes. However, because the sheet of marine grade ply is so high-quality, it’s more expensive than regular plywood. Plus, it’s not readily … Read more
Wood stairs are an aesthetically pleasing choice for modern and contemporary homes alike, but they come with a catch: they can be dangerous. Especially for kids, pets, and the elderly, hardwood stairs can be slippery. If your children, seniors, or sleepwalkers happen to fall down these wooden stairs, there is not enough cushion that can … Read more
End grains are difficult to deal with when working with wood, especially if you aren’t properly educated and prepared to deal with this issue. A lot of the time, you finish sanding something and are pleased with the look and feel, but after you apply the finish, the product suddenly appears as if it was … Read more
Also known as a wood bit, a brad point bit is designed to bore neatly through the wood. While standard twist bits may not drill accurately, especially at the beginning when it skates across the surface of the wood, the brad-point is quite accurate and smooth. The brad point itself consists of a sharp point … Read more
There are times when you are going to have to cut the head of a nail, screw, or other fasteners that are stuck in the material. This often occurs when the screw head gets stripped, or the nail head is bent to a point where it cannot be removed using standard methods. Cutting off the … Read more
The term plywood applies to engineered lumber that consists of at least three layers and often more. The faces of the layers are oriented 90 degrees from the previous layer to add strength and durability. The plywood or veneer is then graded in terms of quality, but that does not denote their applications or structural … Read more
Of the many different types of wood available, camphor wood is a popular variety. Camphor wood comes from the camphor tree, which mostly grows in Australia, Taiwan, Japan, and Indochina. It is an evergreen tree that normally grows to about 70’ up to almost 100’ in height. And is normally found in regions where the … Read more
Stucco (also called render) is a popular construction material used for coating or creating designs on walls. It’s like a fine plaster prepared by mixing aggregates, a binder, and water in a specific ratio. Attaching wood to the stuccoed wall is a common practice that is many times used for DIY projects. If you are … Read more