If you’ve been in the market for a new cutting board, chances are you’re familiar with your standard options: maple, walnut or bamboo. But there is another contender that’s quietly starting to earn the reverence of chefs, home cooks and woodworkers:…
As you begin to look up wood for outdoor projects, siding, decking and even furniture Larch wood will keep making its way back into your view. And there is good reason for that. Great for those projects where you are looking for…
If you’ve spent any time exploring exotic hardwoods, whether for woodworking, furniture-making, outside structures or even higher end firewood, you’ve likely heard of Mopane wood. Mopane is renowned for it’s incredible density, intense hardness and deep red-brown coloring; in terms of durability…
Elm wood has been used by craftsmen for centuries and it is still one of the most underrated hardwoods available today. Whether you are a DIY owner looking for live edge slab material, a homeowner shopping for solid wood furniture,…
It is one of the most widely used softwoods in the world. Whether it’s a house frame, a musical instrument, something as small or even an unassuming cardboard box — spruce is found everywhere. But what exactly makes spruce so popular? And…
Cross-Laminated Timber, often abbreviated as CLT, is rapidly transforming the world of construction. As architects, builders, and developers push toward more sustainable and efficient methods, CLT stands out as a remarkable alternative to conventional materials like concrete and steel. .…
Blockboard is one of those materials carpenters love — it’s strong, yet light and forgiving to work on. If you’re considering materials for cabinets, doors, shelving or a long tabletop, it might be worth getting to know blockboard. This article explains…
If you’ve stepped into a beautifully designed modern house, an airy airport terminal or a striking civic building with warm wood beams overhead, there’s a good chance that you’ve already seen glulam — maybe without even knowing it. I think about…
Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) The first time I saw Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) used in a construction project, I didn’t even know that was what it was. Long, smooth beams — cleaner, straighter and often quite a bit more uniform than…
Picture yourself in your garden on a warm spring morning. The air is sweet with the new growth. You lean in to check out your rose bush, and suddenly — honeydew smeared on your fingers, curled leaves and what appears to be a…
