Wood

Posted on November 29, 2022

Enhanced Wood Stain Formula

New and improved ExoShield wood stains promise better color retention. More

Tags: Exterior Cladding, Exteriors, Wood, Decks, Coatings and Sealers

Posted on October 27, 2022

By Gary Striegler

Gary Striegler's practical and efficient method uses pattern-routed supports More

Tags: Wood, Carpentry

Posted on July 26, 2022

High-Tech Lag Screws

Designed for less splitting and less load on the drill. More

Tags: Framing, Wood, Fasteners, Screw Products

Posted on July 05, 2022

Durable Exotic Hardwood Flooring

Kempas flooring comes prefinished with low gloss finish. More

Tags: Wood, Flooring

Posted on June 06, 2022

Collaborative Rainscreen and Cladding

Specially profiled Kebony modified-wood cladding snaps onto rails. More

Tags: Kebony, Exterior Cladding, Wood, Rainscreen, Cladding

Posted on May 18, 2022

Pro Fixes for Fighting Deck Failure

Tips on extending deck lifespan by protecting a substructure’s vulnerable areas More

Tags: Wood, Decks, Flashing, Waterproofing

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Posted on May 08, 2022

Lumber Lowdown: Understanding the Roots of Lumber Volatility and Future Market Expectations

By Ali Wolf

Deacon Lumber CEO Stinson Dean discusses the market’s roller coaster ride. More

Tags: Lumber, Wood, Economic Conditions, Economics

Posted on April 22, 2022

Indian Black Palm Cladding

Boards are milled in 8-foot lengths. More

Tags: Exterior Cladding, Wood, Smith & Fong, Cladding, Siding

Posted on March 30, 2022

9 Tips for Constructing High-Wind Resilient Homes

Simple techniques to help builders boost high-wind resilience in light-frame wood... More

Tags: Wood, Best Practices, Roofing

Posted on March 24, 2022

Detailing Rotproof Wood Exteriors

By Brian Campbell

A practical guide to common construction details that shed water and minimize... More

Tags: Building Science, Exteriors, Wood, Flashing, Roofing