Timber, News, Information & Further Reading: Articles 31 - 40

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.

MOISTURE CONTENT OF WOOD

Delve into the intricacies of wood's moisture content and its crucial role in ensuring the material's movement and stability, especially in outdoor applications. Our comprehensive guide illuminates the impact of environm ...

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SPECIES FOCUS - SCANDINAVIAN REDWOOD

Scandinavian redwood, commonly misconceived as a durable hardwood due to the 'redwood' label, is actually a softwood. This species, celebrated for its aesthetic hues ranging from light brown to orange, provides versatili ...

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SPECIES FOCUS - AMERICAN BLACK WALNUT

American Black Walnut, renowned for its distinctive hardwood properties, epitomizes quality and elegance in woodworking. Celebrated for its rich, dark tones that range from deep chocolate brown to nearly black, this hard ...

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SPECIES FOCUS - DOUGLAS FIR

Douglas Fir, often misunderstood as just another softwood, stands out for its exceptional strength and durability, challenging the common assumption that softwoods are inferior to hardwoods. This timber boasts a robust s ...

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SPECIES FOCUS - DARK RED MERANTI

Meranti, a versatile hardwood, is renowned for its durability, making it ideal for exterior applications. This wood displays a captivating color spectrum from brown to pink and red, enhancing outdoor aesthetics significa ...

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SPECIES FOCUS - STEAMED BEECH

Steamed Beech, a variant of Beech wood transformed through the steaming process, showcases the versatility and allure of hardwoods. Recognized for its durability and strength, Beech is a true hardwood, and steaming enhan ...

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AN EASY WAY TO BUY SAWN TIMBER AND PLANED SQUARED EDGE ONLINE

Wooduchoose revolutionizes the timber purchasing process with three innovative tools designed to simplify bulk buying for both industry professionals and DIY enthusiasts. Our platform offers an intuitive interface, makin ...

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A GUIDE TO BUYING TIMBER OR AND WOODEN PRODUCTS ONLINE

Navigating the timber buying process can be daunting, but our blog is here to simplify it for you. Whether you're looking for bespoke joinery or standard profiles, our platform offers instant price guides, allows you to ...

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ARCHITECTS, DO YOU SPECIFY THE RIGHT WOOD?

Choosing the right wood is a critical decision for architects and designers, who must consider aesthetics, durability, and how the wood ages. To assist in this selection, the comprehensive wood durability league table av ...

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WOOD SUSTAINABILITY LEAGUE TABLE

Discover the best eco-friendly and sustainable hardwoods with our comprehensive league tables. Ideal for those committed to making environmentally responsible choices, our tables evaluate the environmental impact of timb ...

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