Whether you’re a professional woodworker or a DIY enthusiast, choosing the right material is crucial to the success of your project. Two popular options include hardwood plywood and oriented strand board (OSB). In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between these two, their advantages, and the factors to consider when choosing between them. 1.…
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Softwood Plywood vs OSB: An In-Depth Comparison
Selecting the right material is a key step in any woodworking or construction project. Two choices you might be considering are softwood plywood and oriented strand board (OSB). In this post, we’ll delve into the differences between these two, discussing their advantages and how to choose the best one for your project. 1. Softwood Plywood:…
What Is CLS Wood?
Canadian Lumber Standard timber commonly referred to as CLS wood timber became popular in Canada for building strong and durable timber-framed homes. This timber is usually manufactured from kiln-dried fir, pine, or spruce. It is then treated, planed, and finally finished with rounded edges to create accurate and precise tolerances. This type of timber is…
Advantages of Using Birch Plywood
Birch plywood consists of several sheets of birch veneer glued together with resin. There are usually three or four layers of veneer which give the wood durability, which is why it is often used in children’s playgrounds or around the house in various pieces of furniture. It is important to note that although this isn’t…
Choosing the Right Type of Timber & Board
Choosing the right type of timber and board can be a daunting task. Picking the right type of timber and board can be difficult for homeowners or any construction based projects. Here is some useful information on what types of boards are available on the market today, as well as the different qualities that they…
The Health Benefits of Timber
Timber is a natural and sustainable material that can be used in many different ways. Timber can promote mental and physical wellness, with benefits including reducing stress levels, lowering blood pressure, improving sleep quality and boosting energy levels. This blog post will explore the various benefits of using timber as well as how to work…
Getting Started with Timber Framing
Are you wondering what the benefits of getting started with timber framing when building your house’s structure are? Then this article is worth your time. (more…)
Different Types of T&G Chipboard
While T&G chipboard is not as sturdy as timber, it has numerous beneficial properties. It is denser, economical and displays excellent uniformity, making it an ideal flooring option. Its unique features and versatility have various applications, from making furniture and cabinets to flooring and general building work. Let us look at T&G chipboards and the…
What Is Plywood Used For?
Common Uses of Plywood What is plywood? Plywood is an engineered wood-based material made from several fine layers of wood veneers attached. The thin sheets (usually three millimetres thick) are sliced from tree logs (pine, beech, birch) that have been dipped in hot water and passed through a lathe machine. The plies are then glued…
Hardwood Timber Guide
Hardwood timber is a favourite material for varied building needs from floors to kitchen cabinets to roofs. The strength, durability and versatility of hardwood make it a suitable choice when you want first-grade construction. Apart from that, hardwood offers good-looking timber that you can incorporate in any decoration theme. Theos Timber Ltd is one of…