Types of Wood
Ocote: 5 Surprising Uses to Know
Discover five practical uses for ocote, from quick firestarters and smoke cleansing to natural home scent, long-burning light, and handcrafted decor.
Balsam Poplar: 5 Uses You’ll Love
Five simple uses for balsam poplar and poplar balsam — balms from balsam poplar buds, soothing oils from western balsam poplar, home scenting, and DIY soaps.
Pinus Echinata: Top 5 Best Buys
Compare five top Pinus Echinata buys—from nursery seedlings and bonsai starters to bark extracts and restoration stock—plus simple selection and care tips for Shortleaf Pine.
Port Orford Cedar: 5 Must-Have Options for Lumber, Decking & Arrows
From sturdy boards and decking to precision arrow shafts and fragrant closet blocks, discover five top Port Orford cedar options and which one fits your needs.
Heart Pine: 5 Facts You Need to Know
Discover what heart pine is, why it's rare, and why it makes great flooring and millwork. Five clear facts to guide your next project.
Western Larch: 5 Amazing Uses
Learn five real-world uses of the Western larch — strong timber, immune-support compounds, reforestation, landscaping, and traditional uses.
Western Yellow Pine: 7 Key Benefits
From strong timber to wildlife support, Western yellow pine offers seven practical benefits for builders, landowners, and gardeners. Learn uses and care.
Red Fir Uses and Care: 7 Key Tips
Seven clear tips to plant, water, prune and decorate red fir trees. Learn the best site, care schedule and safety tips for California Red Fir.
Sand Pine: 5 Fascinating Facts to Know
A quick look at sand pine's fire-linked cones, two distinct varieties, its role for wildlife, limited wood uses, and why this pine matters.
Top 5 lightweight wood Types for DIY, Shelves & Furniture
From balsa to cedar, this quick guide ranks the lightest woods and shows best uses for bookcases, shelves, coffee tables, and plank ceilings.
