To caulk or chink your log cabin is one of the most important steps to keeping its integrity. Chinking and caulking prevent decay and insects from penetrating the wood. But for those who are not that familiar with either chinking or caulking, it pays to understand the differences. While both products may appear quite similar, … Read more
Simply put, Balsam fir wood (derived from Balsam Fir trees) is a lightweight and light color wood that is soft and low in decay resistance. Although it’s great construction lumber and is used in the making of plywood, it is chiefly utilized in the manufacture of pulp due to its excellent pulping properties. We’ll In … Read more
Of the many floor options available when building your garage, a wooden floor might not be the first that comes to mind. But if your current garage has a dirt floor, then digging it out to pour concrete can be expensive. Over time, even concrete can become compromised due to the weight of the vehicles. … Read more
For those who want to choose the right hardwood for their homes, the Janka Hardness Scale offers a simple way to help you select the proper wood. Knowing what the scale is, how it measures the hardness of the wood, and what that means will help you make the best-informed decision. What is the Janka … Read more
When you’ve finished a day’s work or are taking a break from being inside and come out to your balcony or yard—whatever applies—the chirping and skipping of birds can be most delightful and relaxing. But urban cities, with their scarce trees and plenty of noise pollution, aren’t exactly a welcoming home to our feathered friends. … Read more
Mahogany wood is an exceptionally durable hardwood that is eagerly sought after for its exotic look that becomes deeper and richer over time. As a result, mahogany is used in a wide variety of situations, from ornate wood carvings to cabinetry to floors and even to musical instruments, where it creates beautiful violins and guitars. … Read more
On the surface, hammers and mallets appear to be quite similar. After all, both tools are used to strike blows or create impacts. However, there are some important differences as well. The most obvious is that a hammer’s head is made from metal, often steel, for durability. While a mallet normally has a wooden or … Read more
It can be easy to mistake a file for a rasp if you are not that familiar with either tool. Despite their similarities, there are definite differences between the two. Each one will perform a specific task that may seem similar to the other at first, but there are differences. The key difference between both … Read more
The Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) is unlike any other tree you will find. Technically, it isn’t even a tree. Instead, it’s a leguminous tree part of the same Fabaceae family that has the more common peanut, soybean, and green bean. It retains the characteristic seed pod for germination and distribution. To make this tree even … Read more
If you are working on a project that uses both wood and plastic, most likely, you’ve wondered how to connect them. Unfortunately, drilling a few holes and attaching them mechanically with a nut, washer, and screw isn’t ideal in most applications. Further, it may not be practical if you create a finished product like floorboards, … Read more