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Exotic woods, like all natural materials, possess a warmth, durability and elegance that no human hands can recreate. This is the reason why, despite the hefty price tag, more and more people are choosing this type of material.But before you go on ordering for slabs in your neighborhood’s wood store, there’s an essential factor to keep in mind. You have [...]
Thanks to higher production, exotic hardwoods have become much more available and affordable for those looking to create furniture or install hardwood flooring. But what exactly makes exotic hardwood the better variety compared to domestic hardwood? Exotic hardwood is preferred by more people nowadays primarily for its modern aesthetic appeal and its durability over time. It has that certain striking quality [...]
Domestic hardwoods are basically the species that can be found within North America, which includes Maple, Birch, Oak, and Cherry. The main descriptive aspects of domestic wood are that it has a much warmer, more traditional, and even vintage appearance compared to exotic wood. On the other hand, exotic hardwood can be found all over the world—particularly from tropical areas. [...]
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 [...]
