Different types of wood around the world, comparing them side by side and suggestions that will help you choose the best for your home.
Whitewood is basically a wood that comes from the tulip tree, which is also known as yellow poplar, tulip poplar, fiddle tree, or American tulip. This type of wood is sourced from the tallest hardwood trees that can grow up to 160 feet in height. The trees are commonly found in Connecticut and New York, … Read more
Sometimes known as hardboard siding, Masonite siding is an inexpensive option for siding that became popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Masonite siding was manufactured out of wood fibers that were kept together with resin or glue using a compression and heat process. The benefits of Masonite siding made it a common choice … Read more
Car siding is a popular type of siding used for interior and exterior applications. It comes in a variety of different styles, from tongue-and-groove patterns to reversible patterns. Car siding has a V-groove found in the middle of the board, and the board is usually around one inch by eight inches. Because of that V-groove … Read more
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
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
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
Balsam Fir refers to two primary varieties of trees that are grown throughout much of Canada and the Northeastern United States. These are the standard Balsam Fir and the Bracted Balsam Fir. Simply put, Balsam fir wood (derived from Balsam Fir trees) is a lightweight and light color wood that is soft and low in … Read more