Written by fruition
When it comes to building safe, code-compliant structures, choosing the right materials is crucial. One material that plays a big role in fire safety is fire-rated plywood. Whether you’re working on a residential home, commercial property, or industrial building, understanding when to use fire-rated plywood can help protect lives and property. Let’s take a closer
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Written by fruition
Selecting the right plywood for your cabinetry project can be daunting. With so many options available, it’s essential to consider key factors like durability, cost, and aesthetics. Whether you’re a DIYer or contractor, this guide will help you choose the best plywood for your cabinets, ensuring both functionality and beauty. Why Plywood is a Popular
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Written by Scott Legros
Marine-grade plywood is a top choice for outdoor construction projects and structures exposed to harsh weather conditions. Known for its exceptional strength and durability, it can withstand constant exposure to moisture, rain, snow, and more. Whether used for outdoor furniture, boats, decks, or docks, this high-performance plywood is built to resist wear and tear over
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Written by Scott Legros
The many layers of Marine Grade Plywood are held together with waterproof adhesive, allowing the wood to withstand direct contact with water. Since it’s the ideal wood for moist or wet conditions, it’s often used to craft boats, boat parts, or outdoor furniture in coastal areas. By properly sealing this type of wood, you can
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Written by Scott Legros
Medium density fiberboard, or MDF, is a highly versatile, inexpensive wood product that has many applications, including shelving, cabinetry, furniture and moulding. Made from heat-pressed recycled wood fibers and resin, it is available in laminate, veneer and paint finishes, is very strong, easy to work with, and is less likely to tear and chip. However,
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Written by Scott Legros
Choosing the right grade of plywood is essential for ensuring the success and durability of your project. With various grades available, each suited for different applications, understanding their distinctions can help you make an informed decision. Let’s explore the different grades of plywood and their best uses. Grades of Plywood: Softwood Plywood is an engineered
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Do you have a kitchen or bath remodel coming up? Maybe you’re looking for some shelving options. There are so many lumber options to choose from. But what if you’re working on a tighter budget? The good news is that you don’t have to settle for low-quality, unattractive options. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly,
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Maple trees are striking in any landscape with their vibrant display of fall colors in reds, golds, and yellows. But they’re also used for a vast variety of woodworking projects from furniture and cabinetry to flooring, even bowling pins and pool cues. Maple is one of the widest spread species of trees in North America
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Have you found yourself dreaming of a new home project and researching websites for home improvement project inspiration? Been wandering the paint and primer aisle of your local hardware store? Then you’re not alone: since the start of the pandemic, many are staying closer to home, and millions of Americans are strapping on their tool
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There’s a slight chill in the air. The days are getting shorter. Pumpkin spice has taken over the grocery shelves. It can only mean one thing: winter is coming. And before the first snow arrives, you’ll want to make plans to winterize your deck. Fall is a great time to prepare your deck for the
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