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

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

March 14, 2023June 3, 2023

If you need a good type of wood to use for construction purposes, there are many different options at your disposal. One type of wood that many North Americans enjoy …

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

Poplar vs. Aspen: Which One to Use?

March 14, 2023June 3, 2023

Poplar and aspen are both very popular types of wood. With that being said, there are some major differences between them that you need to know about. Today, we are …

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

Poplar vs. Walnut: Which One to Use?

March 9, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are looking for some good types of wood to use for a variety of construction purposes around your home, then two very popular options include poplar and walnut. …

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

Poplar vs. Cedar: Which One to Use?

March 9, 2023June 3, 2023

If your goal is to find the best type of wood for a certain project, then you have come to the right place. Today, we are going to compare two …

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

Poplar vs. Birch: Which One to Use?

March 9, 2023June 3, 2023

If you need a good type of wood to use for your next big construction or woodworking project, then you have come to the right place. Today, we want to …

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

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

March 9, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are planning on building something around your house, there are many different types of wood that you can use. One popular type of wood is known as meranti. …

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

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

March 9, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are trying to determine what kind of wood to use for your next big woodworking project, one good option to consider is aspen. This is a very popular …

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Oak vs. Aspen
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Oak vs. Aspen: Which One to Use?

March 7, 2023June 3, 2023

If you are looking to do some construction around the house, there is really no better material to use than solid wood. However, there are of course dozens, if not …

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Walnut Alternatives: X Similar Types of Wood
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Walnut Alternatives: 6 Similar Types of Wood

March 2, 2023June 3, 2023

Walnut is a loved wood across all facets of woodworking, from furniture to veneer to carving and turning. Sometimes, however, your first choice of wood isn’t attainable, whether it’s supply, …

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