Maple vs Ash Wood Compared

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Maple and ash are two of the most popular types of hardwood in the United States. There are several species of maple, broadly divided into hard and soft maple. Likewise, there are numerous types of ash that woodworkers use frequently. Maple and ash are both hardwoods and possess a tight and even grain. They are … Read more

Maple vs Walnut Woods Compared

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Wood that will bring immense satisfaction for your woodworking projects is maple and walnut. These two hardwoods are available throughout the United States, and you can use either type of wood for some satisfactory results. Maple and walnut are two of the most versatile and appealing types of wood that you can find. Although maple … Read more

Oak vs Cedar – Woods Compared

oak-wood vs cedar wood texture design

When looking for suitable wood for your next project, two kinds of wood that come to mind are oak and cedar. Oak is a warm, hard, and strong wood. Cedar is also strong, among the harder softwoods, and they both exude a pleasant aroma. Oak and cedar are both popular woods for construction, furniture, and … Read more

Complete Guide to Parawood

Para rubber tree garden in south of Thailand

Parawood (Hevea brasiliensis) is a wood species that we also call plantation hardwood, para rubber tree, Malaysian oak, and white teak. It grows in Indonesia, India, and Central America. Parawood, also commonly called rubberwood, is a versatile and good-looking type of wood. It closely resembles mahogany but is far more sustainable, as producing its lumber … Read more

Oak vs Pine Woods Compared

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Oak trees grow primarily in the UK, but you will find them in many parts of Europe and the United States. You will see pine growing throughout Europe and also in many parts of the United States. Oak and Pine are by far two of the most common woods you can find globally, although differ … Read more

Maple vs Oak – Woods Compared

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Two of the most widely used types of wood that you may come across are maple and oak. Homeowners tend to compare these two, even though they are both hardwoods. They tend to choose these woods for cabinets, flooring, furniture, and more. Although maple and oak are both hardwoods, the trees differ vastly from each … Read more

Types of Cherry Wood

Kitchen in new construction home with cherry wood cabinetry

Cherry wood is a hardwood that enjoys wide popularity in homes throughout the United States and in many other places across the globe. The striking grain pattern and warm, reddish-brown hues make for a pleasant-looking wood. In this post, we look at six different types of cherry wood that we use all over the United … Read more

Western Red Cedar Substitutes

A gigantic old growth red cedar tree

Cedar is one of the most durable softwoods that you can get on the market. All types of Cedar have natural preservatives that make them last longer than many other types of wood, even hardwoods. Cedar survives against the elements quite well. The most popular type of cedar, western red cedar is widely used for … Read more

Sheesham Wood – Complete Guide

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Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo) is a hardwood that grows in the sub-Himalayan regions of India and other surrounding areas. We also call it Indian rosewood, penny leaf tree, Himalayan raintree and sissoo. Sheesham wood is a versatile and durable wood with good looks to match. It shares many characteristics with teak, making it a suitable alternative … Read more

Western Red Cedar – How to Finish & Maintain

Sunburst with Western Red Cedar, Thuja plicata, at Jurassic Grove, Vancouver Island, BC Canada

Western red cedar (Thuja plicata) is also called giant arborvitae. It grows in the Pacific Northwest United States and Canada but nowadays, you can find it in Britain as well. Western red cedar is a gorgeous, durable, and ever-popular choice of wood that we use for use outdoors in fencing, decking, and cladding. We also … Read more