Chances are if you go to your local lumber dealer in search of a certain species of wood, one of the first questions the dealer will ask you is what grade of lumber you’re planning to purchase. If you’re not sure what grade of lumber to choose, they’ll most likely ask you what … [Read more...]
Working with Sapele Wood: Challenges & Benefits
Sapele wood, known scientifically as Entandrophragma cylindricum, is a tropical hardwood hailing from Africa. Esteemed for its beauty, durability, and versatility, it is a highly sought-after material in many different industries including furniture manufacturing, cabinetry … [Read more...]
How Today’s Lumber Industry Impacts the Environment, Part 1
Is buying exotic lumber bad for the environment? How does today’s lumber industry actually affect the rainforests? As responsible global citizens, many of us are growing in our appreciation of and dedication to preserving our natural resources. And deforestation is definitely a … [Read more...]
Value Engineering, Explained
Value engineering has become a bit of a buzzword within the construction industry. The basic concept is extremely practical, though: it refers to designing projects with the wood species' limitations, as well as associated costs, in view. Sometimes a plan sounds great in your … [Read more...]
Three Lesser-Known (But Still Remarkable) Tropical Decking Species
Among the many reasons to consider tropical hardwood decking, one significant factor is the impact that doing so has on the rainforests. Did you know that by purchasing exotic lumber, you’re actually promoting the continued health of rainforests? Or maybe you just want a deck … [Read more...]
Teak Buyers Guide, Part Two
As the Teak market continues to remain open, with uncertainty on the horizon, there will continue to be an abundance of suppliers getting in on the action. As you consider getting your Teak from a formerly unknown dealer, there are a few things you need to make sure you … [Read more...]
Teak Buyers Guide, Part One
With all the changes in Myanmar government regulations, Teak is now more available than it’s been in a long time. At the same time, no one really knows when another logging ban or trade embargo will change that. If you’ve been following the lumber industry for any length of time, … [Read more...]
Top Two African Beauties: Utile and Sapele
Top exotic African hardwoods for exterior applications. Two of the top exotic hardwoods used for exterior applications are Utile (or Sipo) and Sapele. Both woods hail from Africa and are part of the Meliceae botanical family. Both Utile and Sapele woods are stable and … [Read more...]
Marine Grade Plywood Situations & Solutions, Pt 2
As we began to discuss in Part 1, there are many situations in which so-called marine grade plywood may be used. The term in itself describes a fairly wide range of exterior grade plywood that may or may not be able to stand up to the full power of wind and waves. We desire to … [Read more...]
Marine Grade Plywood Situations & Solutions, Pt 1
When you do need marine grade plywood, we’re more than pleased to be able to offer premium Bruynzeel marine grade plywood, with two extraordinary core options and a myriad face veneer possibilities. However, sometimes marine grade plywood isn’t necessary. And in those cases, … [Read more...]
Marine Grade Plywood Solutions from Bruynzeel
While we certainly don’t want to be accused of playing favorites, our boat building customers hold a special place in our lumber yard. Truly, these builders amaze us with the level of expertise and craftsmanship which these dedicated professionals bring to the deck. We realize … [Read more...]
Lumber Color Change, Pt 2
Once you understand the basic reasons for color changing in wood (as we discussed in Part 1), you’ll be interested to know that not all lumber species change color as much as others. In fact, the chemical composition of some species creates a situation ripe for dramatic color … [Read more...]
Lumber Color Change, Pt 1
One of the most beautiful characteristics of natural lumber is its color. One of the most frustrating aspects of natural lumber is, again, its color. What’s so frustrating about lumber color? Chances are, you don’t have to ask; you know. Color varies within each species, often … [Read more...]
Do You Have Concerns About Sapele?
Even if it’s as available, stable, and beautiful as can be, you may be wondering how responsible the harvesting of Sapele is. And that’s a valid concern. Once you understand the fact that buying lumber actually increases its value, you’re still right to be concerned about … [Read more...]
Lumber Shortages Aren’t Always Due to Poor Forestry Management, Pt 2
Truth: Lumber Shortages Aren’t Always Due to Poor Forestry Management (Part 2). Even though many assume that lumber shortages are always due to unsustainable forestry or lack of natural resources, such a concept is pure fiction, especially when it comes to current shortages of … [Read more...]
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