Purpleheart wood is a type of wood that many people love for its visual appeal, durability, and strength. Its versatility and appearance make it a common choice for flooring, furniture, and beyond. Below, we examine a few key points on purpleheart wood. Purpleheart Wood Scientific Name: Peltogyne spp. Janka Hardness: 2,520 lbf (11,190 N) Type: … Read more
Sugar Pine is a type of evergreen that is quite popular and beloved. David Douglas, the man who discovered the species, called it the most “princely” in its genus and has also been called the Queen of the Sierra and the King of the Pines. Where does the name “sugar pine” actually come from? The … Read more
By splitting the wood for your firewood, you save time and create better, more even pieces compared to chopping. Of course, if you have a few hundred dollars lying around, you could always get a log splitter, but that is generally beyond what most people need to split wood. That’s the reason you will either … Read more
A mattock is often called a Polaski in the United States because Edward Polaski, a forest ranger at the turn of the 20th century, created the tool. While the name mattock may not ring any bells, you have probably seen this tool either in use or in shows or movies where the characters are digging … Read more
Polymer siding is a kind of engineered siding material made from a highly durable plastic substance called polypropylene resin. Much like natural wood, polypropylene resin isn’t harmful in most conditions, which means it’s a safe plastic material to use for a variety of different commercial, industrial, and construction purposes. Polymer siding being more durable compared … Read more
Wood offers powerful advantages when used in the construction of homes and buildings. It is strong, durable, and quite versatile. Unfortunately, wood is also subject to damage, decay, and rot. Add to this wood makes the perfect home for certain types of pests that requires certain types of treatment to make them more resilient. And … Read more
An adze is a tool similar to an axe, basically a metal blade that is attached to a handle. It has the appearance of a pickaxe, with one notable exception which is the horizontal blade is normally curved instead of straight. Plus, the blade itself may be straight or curved into a U-shape for carving … Read more
Brazilian Cherry Wood (also known as Brazilian cherry, Jatoba, West Indian locust, or Courbaril) is an exotic, beautiful hardwood with rich, varying shades of browns and reds throughout the plank. The harvested wood can vary in quality from light sap to heavy figure, but all contain the deep rich color that makes this type of … Read more
Many people believe it’s a kind of elastic wood, much like a “rubber.” But the truth is rubberwood is a type of real wood that comes from the Pará rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis), hence its name. These trees are usually tapped for latex (basic raw material that is used in the manufacturing of natural rubber). … Read more
Many homeowners wonder if they can actually stain or paint their plywood project once it’s completed. Well, the short answer is yes! But do remember, staining plywood for a DIYer can be a little trickier. The reason is it tends to soak up stains at different rates, and if not done carefully, your results will … Read more