Photo by Demitri Hernandez Whether your lake life is about peace and tranquility or lively family vacations, a beautifully crafted and environmentally friendly deck can elevate the experience. Southern Yellow Pine (SYP), with its strength and durability, is a stellar choice for this purpose. Being adjacent to water bodies, lake decks and docks are exposed […]
By Michael Connolly, WIR Contibutor Fact: According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), more than 2.4 million tons of e-waste were trashed in 2012. Wooden computer chips now exist! Really. Wood! Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Products Laboratory, have successfully made computer chips of wood, […]
By Mark Clement I get this question, a lot – do I have to re-build my whole deck, or can I just replace the deck boards? While scenarios vary widely as to why a deck may need a big renovation, the answer is yes, many can be salvaged. I’ve seen an alarming number of “deck […]
When it comes to building with pride, every stack of Southern Yellow Pine tells a story of strength and tradition. Have you ever wondered where your building materials come from? When you choose Southern Yellow Pine (SYP, you’re not just selecting a high-quality material; you’re also supporting the livelihoods of fellow Americans and contributing to […]
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…
by Bryan | Oct 15, 2015 | Residential By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor Sometimes things that are so futuristic and modern rely on the simplest of materials. That’s why we want to tell you about the Solar Decathlon house designed and constructed by The University of Texas at…
by Bryan | Oct 15, 2015 | Residential By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor Sometimes things that are so futuristic and modern rely on the simplest of materials. That’s why we want to tell you about the Solar Decathlon house designed and constructed by The University of Texas at…
by Bryan | Aug 25, 2015 | Decking Josh Barrett, WIR Contributor Is your deck looking worse for wear? It’s time to refinish it! Out with the sun-bleached gray and in with the new. When it comes to revitalizing your deck, there are many options. Even with Southern Yellow…
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…
Learn how to build this styling outdoor furniture, including a full sized outdoor sofa, and a bench/coffee table. It is an easy build with free plans! Source: www.homemadebycarmona.com Here’s what we like about these plans for an outdoor sofa and coffee table from HomemadeByCarmona.com. DIYer Ursula Carmona used pressure treated Southern Yellow Pine for the […]
by Bryan | Jun 26, 2015 | Environmental This isn’t hyperbole: Nearly everything we use in our daily lives is made possible by wood and trees. From the moment you wake up, wood is there to make your day easier and a bit more enjoyable. There are thousands of things in the world made…
by Bryan | Sep 28, 2015 | Environmental By Michael Connolly, WIR Contibutor Fact: According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), more than 2.4 million tons of e-waste were trashed in 2012. Wooden computer chips now exist! Really. Wood! Researchers at the University of…
by Bryan | Apr 4, 2016 | Decking A Southern Yellow Pine DIY deck project by Robert Wyatt, WIR Contributor Summer is starting and I’m two-thirds of the way through my fourth lifetime “DIY deck project.” Each time I tackle this undertaking I see things I’ve learned (from my… by Bryan | Jan 11, 2016 […]
By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor In 2007, Mark Ekis quit his fulltime job and turned his furniture-making hobby into a business after his Modern Rustic Wood Table took Miami by storm. The one-of-a-kind table that pushed Mark to pursue his… Non-Crafty Katie, WIR Contributor Many furniture stores I visit have what I call a “fun section”: […]