Written by Scott Legros
Strength matters in construction. Whether you’re framing a home, building an outdoor structure, or working on a commercial project, using strong, reliable wood ensures your work holds up over time. But not all wood products perform the same — knowing your options helps you choose materials that meet structural demands and last. This guide explains
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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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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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Written by Scott Legros
Enjoying the nice weather from your home’s deck is such a simple pleasure that can turn sour if it’s not built to withstand the elements. No one wants a chair — or worse, their foot — to fall through water-rotted wood and we can bet you also don’t want to rebuild your deck every five
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Written by Scott Legros
Climate change and responsible building is an important topic right now, especially when you’re considering a green construction project. An increasing consideration is whether your choice in materials hurt the environment and if they are sustainable or renewable. All of these questions are important and, when it comes to wood, you can rest assured that
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Written by Scott Legros
A deck is a major investment, and choosing the right decking material is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Natural woods, pressure-treated lumber, composite lumber, and synthetic lumber all have their advantages — and the right material for your project depends on your tastes, budget, and how much time you’re willing to invest
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Written by Scott Legros
Ranging from light brown to deep pink- or red-brown, red oak is one of the most dominant species in American hardwood forests. Red oak is used for a variety of purposes, which has made it one of the most widely-used types of hardwood on the market. Read on to learn more about red oak and
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Written by Scott Legros
Prized for its hardness, stability, and variety of colors and grain patterns, hardwoods are the material of choice for many applications including joinery, high-end furniture, outdoor paneling, decks, and flooring. Some of the most popular hardwoods include ash, birch, cherry, mahogany, maple, oak, poplar, teak, and walnut. In addition to the decorative quality of the
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Written by Scott Legros
Teak is a beautiful, natural-looking wood that’s often used for outdoor furniture. It’s durability allows it to withstand weather, including snow and rain, without warping or twisting. Although teak requires very little maintenance, properly caring for the wood will prevent your furniture from becoming discolored, forming mildew, or drying out prematurely. Weathering When teak is
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Written by Scott Legros
Typically, when you think of cedar, what comes to mind is its spicy signature aroma. That scent is what gives Aromatic Cedar its reputation for repelling moths, among other insects and vermin. But Aromatic Cedar isn’t just useful for preventing your woolly clothes from being mistaken for a snack. The lightweight, workable wood can also
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