by Martha Retallick, WIR Contributor Want to do great work with Southern Yellow Pine? A hammer will be an essential part of your toolkit. In this post, you’ll learn the fine art of hitting the nail right on the head. While the concept of hitting a nail with a hammer seems so simple, it’s one […]
Take a walk around any lumber yard, and odds are good you’ll be treated to the distinctive aroma of Southern Yellow Pine. SYP – the nickname given to this wood by those in the know – is hugely popular in construction; it’s also making a comeback for decorative use in everything from floorboards to small […]
Think about it: The feel of it as you run your hand along the railing. The sound of it beneath your feet. The texture and color that just can’t be imitated. The aroma of fresh-cut pine the day it was installed. Now fast-forward to today. Your deck has gone through a long, hot summer of […]
The shift toward more sustainable lifestyles has impacted virtually every industry, and construction is no exception. You may be shocked to find out that using lumber is actually more environmentally friendly than using plastic. For years, many people assumed that cutting down trees and using the lumber they provide was more harmful to the environment […]
Pin this graphic to come back to the plans later. Imagine this: laying down on a porch bed swing in the warm breeze, head propped on a pillow, a glass of sweet tea forming cold droplets of condensation on your hand. That sounds pretty darn nice way to relax, right? Take a few hours on a […]
If you think back to your childhood, your mind probably wanders to your favorite spot. A hideaway is an essential place for kids — a safe spot to play, unwind and dream of all things they want to be when they grow up. Let’s face it: It’s also a place to hide from parents and […]
“A shed ramp is one of those DIY projects that is super easy to put off because it’s not immediately important. But once it’s done, you might wonder why you didn’t do it.” Source: myfixituplife.com What was once a “so-so” entry to a storage shed is now a functional ramp into the little building. It […]
‘The Rogue Engineer’ loved the concept of creating a garden geared towards cocktail ingredients but wanted to come up with a cool design that would not only look great but be easy to maintain. Source: rogueengineer.com Here’s a simple DIY building plan that a lot of folks could get behind: an outdoor cocktail garden bar. […]
by Bryan | Mar 2, 2016 | DIY projects This step by step diy woodworking project is about a waist high raised garden bed plans. I designed this elevated planter box so you can grow vegetables on your Source: myoutdoorplans.com Waist High Garden Bed Plan As we start to thaw out, our…
Lumber manufacturers in the Southeast go back 5 generations of operators… and employ foresters to manage the needs of the land and forest. Those foresters employ best management practices, enabling a healthy forest for future generations. Not a bad deal. What is a Forester? A forester is the person who manages the health and the […]
by Bryan | Jun 27, 2015 WIR Contributor Michael Connolly Talent is easy to spot – and we love finding folks who are true artisans of wood. In our search, we found two young men in Jackson, Mississippi whose talents for turning timber into beautiful pieces of furniture…
When you’re building a backyard gazebo where you can sip sweet tea (or lemonade) (or something stronger) and watch the sun go down, pressure-treated Southern Yellow Pine is the smart material choice. Not only will your backyard temple be strong and sturdy, but it can withstand weather if you treat it properly. While many types […]
We use lumber for everything, from art work, to construction, to so many things in between. But how does it get from the forest to the hardware store? Typically speaking, trees that are processed to become lumber are grown in managed forests that are harvested for this specific purpose, much like a crop of corn […]
By Meghan Banke, WIR Contributor When I think of my ideal outdoor living space, it most definitely includes a pergola. Before I start sharing my favorite pergola-inspired ideas, I should probably tell you what a pergola is. Nearly every time I…
