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Tag: Material Comparison

MDF vs. Solid Wood: Which Should You Use?
Engineered Wood

MDF vs. Solid Wood: Which Should You Use?

May 28, 2021June 3, 2023

Whether you are repairing a deck, building furniture, building walls, or building a new home, something that you’re always going to need is building materials. Of course, one of the …

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Ready-Mix vs. Site-Mixed Concrete: Which Is Better?
Concrete & Masonry Materials

Ready-Mix vs. Site-Mixed Concrete: Which Is Better?

May 24, 2021June 5, 2023

If you are engaging in any sort of construction project, one of the most widely used building materials that you may require is concrete. This is particularly true if you …

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Hardwood vs. Softwood: Which to Use?
Hardwoods and Softwoods

Hardwood vs. Softwood: Which to Use?

May 11, 2021June 3, 2023

Whether you are building a chair, a table, a set of stairs, a patio deck, or a shed, one of the best building materials at your disposal is and always …

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Plywood vs. Solid Wood: Which Should You Use?
Engineered Wood

Plywood vs. Solid Wood: Which Should You Use?

April 8, 2021June 3, 2023

So, you are planning on building with wood, maybe some furniture, new stairs, or a deck for your patio. Now you have to decide what kind of wood you are …

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Plywood vs. MDF: Which Should You Use?
Engineered Wood

Plywood vs. MDF: Which Should You Use?

April 7, 2021June 3, 2023

You are planning on building some furniture around the home, or maybe you need to replace some of the components in your home because they have seen better days. You don’t …

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Plywood vs. Particle Board: Which Should You Use?
Engineered Wood

Plywood vs. Particle Board: Which Should You Use?

April 6, 2021June 3, 2023

If you are planning on doing some home renovations, whether it’s some walls or floors that need fixing, or you plan on building some drawers, cabinets, and other such things, …

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Oil vs. Water-Based Stain: Which One to Use?
Woodworking Materials

Oil vs. Water-Based Stain: Which One to Use?

July 16, 2020June 7, 2023

When the weather warms up in spring, many homeowners look outdoors for potential home improvement projects. Often, these projects involve building new wood structures, such as a deck, that can …

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Screws vs. Bolts: Which One to Use?
Woodworking Materials

Screws vs. Bolts: Which Type of Fastener to Use?

June 19, 2020June 7, 2023

When you need to fasten a couple of objects together on a worksite, what hardware do you reach for? In all likelihood, you’ll either need to “screw” or “bolt” those …

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Concrete vs. Pavers: Which One to Choose?
Concrete & Masonry Materials / Yard & Outdoors

Concrete vs. Pavers: Which One to Choose?

June 11, 2020June 5, 2023

When it comes to laying down an outdoor pavement, you have a number of options available to you. Traditionally, concrete has been the go-to option based upon its affordability and …

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