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The sight of exotic wood projects in today’s concrete jungles is similar to seeing an oasis in the desert. It provides a welcome respite from the cold, almost surgical smoothness of steel; the hard and rough surface of concrete; the shiny and artificial feel of plastic.This is just one of the reasons why more and more people invest their hard-earned money [...]
The timeless, sophisticated beauty of wood has made it one of the most desirable materials on the market today. Due to the immense need, acres upon acres of forests are being destroyed by illegal loggers. Whether the increase is due to population growth, the go-green movement or remanufacturing of aged structures, some surveys claim that approximately three to six [...]
There was a time when wood was the cheapest and most available material for homes, buildings and furniture. With the passing of generation after generation, the demand for this material that offers natural beauty, flexibility, timelessness and durability increased, to the point where illegal loggers lined their pockets with the earnings.This prompted global and national environmental organizations to make the [...]
Exotic wood is undoubtedly one of the best materials for any type of home or office project. It has a timeless, classic beauty coupled with strength and durability that can last for ages.However, like any natural material, exotic wood has a weakness, too. It is vulnerable to shrinkage brought about by climate and temperature changes. Generally, wood shrinks the [...]
Quality woodworking is about selecting the right lumber and ensuring the quality of your wood project.To do this, a good craftsman needs to understand wood material.Moisture in WoodYou very well know that lumber is derived from trees which have a cellular structure.The cells store water flowing from the roots and throughout the tree trunk. The trunk has two distinct sections:the outer sapwood [...]
Quality woodwork projects begin with the right type of wood. But choosing the right type of wood doesn’t just entail its aesthetic and how good it looks on the outside. You have to consider a lot of factors before settling on a certain type/s and placing your order from a supplier.Factors to ConsiderFirst thing to ask yourself is what [...]
With all the hype about tone wood, you wonder if a piece of wood can really affect the sound of a musical instrument.The answer is a resounding yes. To prove this, get a piece of plywood and a piece of exotic wood like mahogany (an antique mahogany drawer will do or maybe a walnut flooring tile). Now knock on [...]
Expert luthiers and highly- trained musicians know that different kinds of instruments give off their best sounds when the right wood is used. This is why they pay special attention to the type of tone wood used for the various parts of guitars, violins, lutes and other stringed instruments.Why Choose Tone wood?Tone woods are harvested from carefully chosen trees, [...]
Having hardwood flooring for your house is a thing of beauty. Not only does it contribute to an exquisite aesthetic, but it also increases the overall value of your home. It truly is a very sound investment to make for a lot of homeowners and it all begins by determining what type of hardwood to get in the first place.ColorMost [...]
Not everyone can be blessed enough to witness the beauty of our world’s rainforests up close and personal. However, there’s a way of getting a feel of just how beautiful it can be through exotic wood. Even just looking at its unique grain patterns or surreal colors and textures, we are able to get an insight to the majestic wonders [...]
