Posts by Abdelbarie Elkhaddar
Hemlock Wood: Top 7 Uses You Should Know
A clear guide to seven top hemlock wood uses. Compare Eastern, Western, Canadian and American types, plus practical tips for projects.
Monterey Cypress: 5 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know
From the famous Lone Cypress to rare native groves, learn five quick facts about the Monterey cypress that reveal its charm and importance.
Alaskan Cedar: 5 Facts You Should Know
A short, friendly guide to Alaskan cedar: why it's unique, the weeping types, wood qualities, where it grows, and simple planting tips.
7 Types of Wood Fences to Upgrade Your Yard
Explore seven wood fence styles - from privacy pickets to rustic split rail. Learn the best saw to cut boards and top wood choices.
Cypress Wood: 7 Surprising Uses
Explore 7 practical and surprising uses of cypress wood—from outdoor decking and boats to kitchen boards and aromatherapy. Learn what is cypress wood and basic care tips.
The Top 5 Lightest Wood Types for Lightweight Projects
From balsa to cypress, learn the five lightest wood, what makes them light, and which finishes keep weight low. Perfect for models, crafts, and instruments.
Black Walnut vs Walnut: 5 Key Differences
A quick guide to origin, taste, nutrition, wood traits, and price. Learn the top differences to choose the best walnut for cooking, snacking, or woodworking.
Spalted Wood: 7 Things You Should Know
A clear, friendly guide to what spalted wood is, how wood spalting creates striking patterns, safety and drying tips, top spalted woods like spalting maple wood, and uses in projects.
Density of Wood: 7 Key Facts Every Maker Should Know
A clear, practical look at the density of wood. Learn how species, moisture, and measurement shape weight and strength for your projects.
Dark Wood Types: 10 Elegant Choices to Explore
Compare 10 dark wood types - walnut, mahogany, ebony, teak and more. See color, uses, care tips, and greener sourcing for furniture and floors.
