Please find below a selection on news articles produced by the WoodU group. These articles contain specific focuses which details the unique properties of popular timbers along with suggested applications for the timber. We also regularly produce woodworking guides on how to improve your woodworking skills and knowledge. These articles are collected for our own group of website and are regularly updated. All link open in a new window and are directed to our primary news source.
In short: Dry wood matters more than species. Burn logs at 20% moisture or less, the limit England sets for wood sold in small loads, since a fresh log has about half the energy of a seasoned one. Onc ...
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In short: Wood density is the mass of one cubic metre of timber, usually quoted at about 12% moisture. Common timbers range from about 370 kg/m3 (western red cedar) to 1,050 kg/m3 (ipe); among commerc ...
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Replacing old windows can make your home more comfortable and energy efficient, but it might also change how it looks. A thicker frame can mean less visible glass, and a new opening style or glazing pattern can affect ...
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In short: hardwood vs softwood Is hardwood harder than softwood? Not always. Hardwood comes from broadleaf (angiosperm) trees and softwood from conifers (gymnosperms) - the te ...
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In short: types of wood at a glance All timber falls into three groups: hardwoods (from broadleaved, mostly deciduous trees), softwoods (from conifers) and engineered wood (ma ...
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African hardwoods cover some of the most useful and most distinctive timbers in the world: species that shrug off weather, carry deep colour, and in several cases stand in for far more expensive woods. This guide walk ...
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Finding the right skirting board to match an older property can be challenging — especially if you want to stay true to the home’s original style. read more
As our planet warms, the global timber industry faces unprecedented challenges that extend far beyond seasonal fluctuations in supply and demand. Climate change is rapidly altering where and how timbe ...
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The woodworking industry offers a rich variety of career paths for those who enjoy working with their hands and creating lasting objects of beauty and utility. From traditional craftsmanship to modern manufacturing, t ...
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When timber is used in outdoor applications, it undergoes a remarkable transformation over time. The rich, vibrant colours that make wood so appealing when first installed gradually change as the material interacts wi ...
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