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
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