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Distinguishing the Different Types of Softwoods When buying timber, you have to decide whether you are getting softwood or hardwood. The type of wood dictates the quality and look of the finished good. Softwoods make up for 80% of the timber products on the market. This type of wood creates everything from MDF to paper…
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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…)
Best Uses For OSB Boards
The Oriented Strand Board (OSB) is an engineered wood that is formed by the addition of adhesives to wood flakes and compressing them is a specific orientation. The glued flakes form a wooden board that is much stronger. OSB is also referred to as aspenite or sterling boards and look almost similar to particle boards.…
How Plywood Is Manufactured
How is plywood made? Plywood has an almost infinite number of applications in manufacturing due to its durability and nice finish. It is made of three or more layers of wood, bonded with adhesive for strength. (more…)
What Is White MDF?
MDF or medium density fibreboard is a construction material that is made of wood fibres and resin binders. These two elements are mixed under high temperature and pressure to create the strong MDF construction material. (more…)
What Is Birch Faced Plywood?
All You Need to Know About Birch Faced Plywood When it comes to choosing the right wood for your next project, the choices seem like they are endless. One particular type you might want to consider is Birch Faced Plywood. It has a number of useful features, as well as being ecologically sound. (more…)
Know Your Sheet Board Materials
Sheet board materials are solid wood substitutes in building. Sheet board materials are preferred first and foremost due to their lower cost compared to solid wood materials. Secondly, sheet board materials are stable in varying weather conditions. Solid wood expands and contracts seasonally, which is bad news for more many builders. However, sheet board seldom…
What Is Carcassing Timber and How Should It Be Stored?
The expression carcassing is typically used to allude to timbers prepared for use in primary applications, for instance, rooftop secures, floor joists and for apportioned dividers. Theo’s Timber has made all this accessible and an an extensive variety of sizes and lengths of timber that can be quality evaluated and treated with your necessities.…
Four Generations of Timber Expertise
The roots of Theo’s Timber Theo’s Timber have been based in Manchester since 1990, and owned by the same family ever since. In Manchester, the present story started when Aubrey, Jason, and Theo moved to the city. Going further back, Theo’s Timber and the Noyek family have four generations of timber and woodworking experience under…