While you may have the desire to tackle some hefty renovations around the house, you may not always have the ability to get all the lumber you need home with you. In many cases, we can deliver all the lumber you’ll need for the project.
Louisiana cypress often has a rich, deep color that’s quite distinctive. Why? The soil and ground water contain high levels of salt which reacts with natural compounds in the heartwood to create a rich wood tone with reddish streaks.
Did you know that forests cover about one-third of all land in the United States? The Pacific Northwest is home to some of our oldest forests, while hardwood forests are most abundant east of the Mississippi River.
Caring for any sort of wood can be challenging- but with a simple UV coating and water proofing, cypress should be a long lasting, easier care sort of wood that you can live with for many years to come.
Hardwood lumber is similar to skin in that it has pores. In fact, these microscopic pores are what give hardwood such fascinating grain patterns. It is also what determines texture. Closed grain hardwood (like maple) has smaller pores, while open grained or "ring porous" hardwood (like oak) has larger pores.
Although there are instances when nothing short of the best wood that’s gone through all the finishing processes will do, you may be able to save quite a bit when you can use rough-cut lumber instead of finished lumber.
If you happen to own a patch of woodland and are seriously managing it, you just might qualify for a green certification. This certification is given to landowners who actively manage their land and ensure that all the logging activities that goes on it is sustainable.
Rough lumber thicknesses are measured in quarter-inch increments. The thinnest of rough cut boards are four quarter boards (usually labeled "4/4") and are one inch thick.
FAS graded wood is the best and most expensive in comparison to other grades. This is typically used for very fine furniture, interior joinery, solid wood moldings and other uses that may require a clear, wide board.
Rough-cut cypress lumber will conform to the basic sizing standards for dimensional lumber and boards. Basically, dimensional lumber (used extensively for framing houses and other structures) is originally cut to certain dimensions in terms of width and thickness.
Did you know that hardwoods are derived from deciduous trees and include mahogany, oak, birch, and walnut whereas softwoods come from evergreen conifer trees and include pine, cedar, fir, and spruce?
Cypress has given its name to the anti-pest compound found in cypress wood. It’s called “cypressene” and is a very effective compound that makes 2nd growth cypress a great option for exterior purposes.
It’s important to remember that not all lumber is equally suitable for use inside and out. Let’s talk about the woodworking project your have in mind, so that we can help you determine which type of lumber will give you the results you really want.
Dimensional lumber has nominal and actual measurements. The nominal measurement is the width and thickness when the item is still green. The Actual measurement is the width and thickness are the product's measurements once it has dried.
Did you know that when cypress ages, it brings out a lovely greyish hue? It’s true- and that can be as beautiful as the original honey to brown tones of the original heartwood when it is first used.
Did you know that dimensional lumber is a term used for wood cut to standardized widths and depths, specified in inches, such as 2 x 4 or 4 x 4? This is really useful when it comes to planning for a project.
Before you decide to use a more expensive finished lumber that only somewhat meets your dimension requirements, consider the time sensitivity of the project. If you have time before you plan to start, rough-cut could give you a higher degree of dimensional accuracy.
Cypress trees grow in a wide range of climates, come in many different varieties and are found throughout the world. Some faster-growing varieties grow four feet or more a year and reach full height in 10 to 15 years.
A project well done is something that most of us take great pride in. That’s why it’s important to have the right tools, the right ingredients, and the right advice to make the project work out the way you want.
What is tidewater red cypress? Good question. The term was coined to describe the rich and distinctive reddish color of the heartwood found in cypress trees that grow in select tidal areas and swamps.
We understand that every woodworking project is a little different from the rest. Let’s talk about which types of wood are most appropriate for your next project.
If you have a ranch-style house or one with rustic architectural features, working with rough-cut lumber will help you remain true to the motif without having to go through additional steps to match the look.
When you’re adding architectural aesthetics to a home, the materials you choose will often determine the overall quality of the finished project. If you’re installing a beam, our team can help you find the best lumber for the job.
Why pay for more than you need? If the wood you are using will be hidden, use rough-cut cypress lumber. If you only need one smooth side, use rough-cut cypress – planing and sanding the facing side is a simple process and can bring substantial savings.