Tag Archives: Durable Hardwood
Types of Wood: The Definitive Guide to Wood Names, Properties, and Uses
This definitive guide breaks down the main types of wood—hardwoods, softwoods, and engineered wood—so you can choose the right material for any project. You’ll learn common wood names, key properties like hardness and durability, how to identify species, and how to source wood responsibly.
Walnut Wood: 7 Best Buys
Seven top walnut wood options, from solid walnut timber boards to thin walnut sheets and planks. Quick buying tips, finishing advice, and project ideas for woodworkers and makers.
Ipe Wood: Top 5 Stylish Uses for Decks, Homes & Outdoor Spaces
Explore five smart uses for ipe wood: decking, siding, fencing, outdoor furniture, and commercial projects. Clear care tips and tool suggestions help you get the best results.
Birch Wood: 7 Must-Have Buys for Every Project
A short guide to seven top birch wood buys — from Baltic birch craft sheets to decorative logs and kiln-dried firewood — plus simple buying and sourcing tips.
Ironwood Tree: 7 Benefits You Need to Know
Learn how the ironwood tree supports desert life, yields strong wood for crafts, shelters wildlife, and helps hold soil. Read seven key benefits.
Rose Wood: 5 Stunning Uses That Transform Your Space
From heirloom furniture and guitars to carved art, decor, and fragrant oils, discover five striking ways to use rose wood and what to know about sourcing.
Blue Gum: 5 Surprising Uses You Should Know
Explore how blue gum—from the eucalyptus tree to blue bubble gum—can help your health, skin, teeth, the environment, and even parties.
5 Mountain Mahogany Uses That Inspire
Explore five practical uses of mountain mahogany: wildlife forage, traditional medicine, hardwood tools, erosion control, and xeriscaping.
Red Alder: 7 Amazing Uses You Need to Know
From boosting soil nitrogen to fine furniture and mild smoking wood, red alder is a versatile tree for gardeners, woodworkers, and cooks.
Water Oak Tree: 5 Benefits for Your Yard
See how a water oak tree (Quercus nigra) gives quick shade, supports wildlife, improves soil, cools outdoor space, and stays easy to care for.
