A forest is a life-sustaining renewable resource until that forest is gone. When the world community failed to establish regulations to mitigate commercial deforestation at the Earth Summit in 1992, a group of forward-thinking businesses, environmental scientists and advocates, and community leaders brought their own practical solution to the table. In 1993, the Forest Stewardship Council held […]
Plywood veneer is a class of engineered wood used in a variety of woodworking projects. One might wonder what its composition is and why exactly one chooses it over hardwood. Here we will discuss everything you need to know about plywood veneer and when to use it. Composition of Plywood Veneer Popular logs of the […]
Wood furniture has been around for a long time, but the most common varieties aren’t what most people would consider “genuine” wood. From desks and tables, to couches and sideboards, most of us have furniture that’s made from either plywood, or medium density fiberboard, or particle board. There’s nothing wrong with that, but those particular […]
As you consider materials for your project, you may wonder about the differences between veneer vs solid wood. Many people have a bias toward solid wood, but it’s not right for every project! Learning more about the two products will help you make the best choice. When Is Solid Wood the Best Choice? There are […]
When it comes to sustainability and environmentally friendly solutions regarding wood, contractors and homeowners alike look for the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. But what does the FSC label truly mean when it comes to Responsibly Sourced Wood? By purchasing FSC certified wood, consumers help to combat deforestation. Rather than stopping the use of wood […]
If you’re asking yourself what ‘edge banding’ is, you’ve probably come across it hundreds of times not realizing it. What is it? Edge banding, or sometimes edgebanding, is both the name of a product AND the process used to apply it. Essentially, edge banding is what happens when thin strips of material are bonded to the […]
What is Black MDF and How is it Made? Black MDF is a wood panel made from medium-density wood fibers
Types of veneers for wood panels When looking for the perfect wood panel coating for your design projects, it’s crucial
