When we are about to choosing the perfect wood for our furniture or flooring, the debate between manufactured wood and solid wood will never gets old. Some might believe “Solid wood is superior,” while others insist “Engineered wood is more…
When we think of famous hardwoods, names like teak and mahogany usually come first. But there’s another amazing wood that deserves attention — Bishopwood, also known by its scientific name Bischofia javanica. For centuries now this remarkable specimen has been…
Selecting the ideal wood for your home involves more than aesthetic considerations: durability, maintenance costs, cost effectiveness and compatibility are also critical considerations. Maple and cherry woods are two popular choices that can create beautiful yet useful pieces – but…
Shou Sugi Ban, which is also called Yakisugi, is an old Japanese method of burning the wood to protect it and make it look more attractive. It was first used to preserve the wooden buildings, but today it’s popular in…
Introduction: Why Wenge Wood Catches Attention Have you ever encountered furniture so dark and dramatic that it almost seems black? Chances are it was made from Wenge wood. Known for its unique chocolate brown tone dotted with dark veins. Wenge…
The oil you use when finishing wood will not only affect the appearance of the wood, but also can have a major impact on how it will look for years to come. There are two very favorite oils that you…
Ash wood is one of the most popular hardwoods around and a great choice for any woodworking project. No matter if you’re building furniture, flooring or even outdoor structures, there are plenty of reasons to consider an ash wood for…
What is Persimmon Wood ? The persimmon tree is a member of the Diospyros genus. There are 2 primary species –the American Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) and the Oriental Persimmon (Diospyros lotus). The wood is strong and rather heavy, being dark…
As far as fragrant hardwoods go, not many grab understatedly like sassafras wood. Known for its spicy root-beer scent, unique grain and superb workability, sassafras has been treasured for centuries in both North America and Australia. It is still preferred…
When choosing the right material for your building or woodworking project (or any other DIY endeavor), it is important to understand the difference between Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) and plywood. Each excels at different tasks. In this article, we will…
