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Hardwoods and Softwoods

Poplar vs. Beech: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Poplar vs. Beech: Which One to Use?

March 2, 2023June 3, 2023

Whether you are planning on building floors, walls, furniture, a patio, or anything in between, there is rarely a better material to use than solid lumber. With that being said, …

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Rosewood vs. Teak: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Rosewood vs. Teak: Which One to Use?

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you need a really hard and durable type of wood to build with, then there are quite a few good options at your disposal. Two of the best types …

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Rosewood vs. Sapele: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Rosewood vs. Sapele: Which One to Use?

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are looking to build something out of real wood, rosewood and sapele are two awesome options to consider. That said, these are two very different types of wood. …

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Oak vs. Teak: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Oak vs. Teak: Which One to Use?

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you don’t know what type of wood to use for your next woodworking project, there are some good options you have at your disposal. Two very popular choices when …

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Is Larch a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Is Larch a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you have never heard of larch before, this is a type of tree that exists in Europe, western North America, and Japan. There are a few different species of …

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Is Hickory a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Is Hickory a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are looking for a specific type of wood to use around your house, then hickory is always a good option to consider. This wood is hard, dense, and …

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Is Cottonwood a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Is Cottonwood a Hardwood or a Softwood? (& Is It Strong?)

February 27, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are looking for a new type of wood to use around your home for a variety of construction purposes, one type to consider is cottonwood. With that being …

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Oak vs. Spruce: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Oak vs. Spruce: Which One to Use?

February 23, 2023June 3, 2023

When it comes to construction, whether for household objects, furniture, or patios and decks, solid wood is always a good option to consider. However, there are of course many different …

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Oak vs. Poplar: Which One to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Oak vs. Poplar: Which One to Use?

February 23, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are thinking of building something around your home, whether for a small woodworking project or a large construction job, there are many different types of solid wood to …

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