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How to Store Timber Safely on Site Timber is a natural material that is susceptible to damage more than even plastic or metal. Failing to store timber supplies properly results in cost spikes on a building project. When the supplies spoil, financial penalties and delays may be incurred when seeking for the delivery of replacements.…
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MDF Wood Trade Terms Explained
In the following post, we will aim to explain some common MDF wood trade terms, for anyone not from the same industry or not yet familiar with them. (more…)
Guide To Carcassing Timber
Carcassing timber, often referred to as the first set wood, may be visible and sometimes not, but it is still an integral part of any building structure. (more…)
How Oak Veneered MDF is Cut
Oak veneered MDF has all the beauty of natural wood in a readily available format that is strong, durable and sustainable. By utilising different slicing and joining techniques, a range of beautiful effects are produced, which would be difficult, if not impossible, to achieve with solid wood. (more…)
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. (more…)
Guide To Plywood Industry Standards
There is no doubt that plywood is a highly versatile and ubiquitous wood product that is usually available in varying forms. This makes it an ideal product for a broad range of uses. Plywood merchants argue that plywood was the first wood-engineered product and it continues to live to its expectation. (more…)
What Is External MDF?
If you’ve ever purchased furniture or been to a DIY shop, you’ll have heard of MDF. It stands for Medium Density Fibreboard, the familiar, resilient wooden material that is ubiquitous in many households, workshops and offices around the world. (more…)
OSB Board Care & Maintenance Tips
OSB stands for oriental strand board. This material is not popularly used in construction. This is primarily because of its unattractive appearance. It is also difficult to paint OSB surfaces. These boards can be painted, but this will cause some issues. (more…)
The Differences Between MDF vs. MFC
What Is The Difference Between MDF and MFC? MDF and MFC are both materials used to manufacture home and office furniture. Each of these materials has its advantages and disadvantages. It is important to learn the differences between the materials before you make your order for furniture. (more…)
Best Wood Decking Materials
In a world full of diversity and advanced technology, it’s not surprising to find that wood decking options have increased rapidly over the recent years. It wasn’t that long ago when wood decking varieties were limited to two-three species. Thanks to the importation of different woods from numerous parts of the words, there’s now a…