There is a viable alternative to both cement and steel for “tall buildings” in America and around the world. This option could perhaps replace certain building products that produce extreme amounts of greenhouse gasses. Façade detail, 475 West 18th, New York, NY, 2015. Courtesy SHoP Architects PC. When complete, the 10-story residential building known as […]
“I opted for Southern Yellow Pine for the top because, not only is it a less expensive option but it is a strong, durable option that will stand up to the test of time. Plus it’s grown, milled and sold in the US so by buying SYP you know that you are supporting our local economy.” […]
Meghan Banke, WIR Contributor True Story: Decks go into hibernation. It’s nearly Fall and this is the time when kids are getting back to the school routine, pumpkin spice lattes are lining the counters of your favorite coffee spot, and you can break out your favorite cable-knit sweater. The cooler weather is officially on its […]
Here’s a way to bring something extra to your winter decor: build a simple, yet stunning snowflake. Keeping with the simple theme: The main material used here is decking boards. You’ll only need to pick up five boards, which makes this project super affordable, too. The good news about using decking boards is that they’re […]
By Martha Retallick, WIR Contributor Got poor quality soil? Want a garden? Don’t have a ton of space, or would like to manage the space you have? There’s a solution: It’s called a raised garden bed, and we’ll show you how to build one. You can build it any time of year. Because even if […]
…but really, any month is a good time to perform your annual deck inspection. Thankfully, Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) is durable in many climate conditions when properly treated and installed for outdoor use, so your job is likely to be an easy one. Even the sturdiest wood will eventually show signs of wear and tear […]
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 use this word “pergola” when sharing my dream of having a gorgeous wooden (Southern […]
You’ll hear us talk about this a lot…every single part of a tree is used for something. Whether it’s for kitty litter, the chair rail in your dining room, your toilet paper. Nothing’s wasted. But what’s a little surprising is some of the stuff that contains wood. Who knew?
Working with wood is a labor of love and, sometimes, a livelihood for DIYers. There is an abundance of resources out there to help DIYers on any project…here’s a look at several Woodworking Apps. We aren’t triaging, ranking or endorsing these great apps as much as we want to share them with you to try […]
By Dannea Moneva, WIR Contributor Check out a handful of great ideas for kids woodworking projects you can easily do this weekend. Introduce them to the joys of woodworking. These projects will be an exciting opportunity to be creative, and at the same time teach useful building lessons. And of course we recommend the use […]
Trying to be a conscientious consumer can be difficult, especially when we’re always dragging misconceptions from the past behind us. When it comes to wood versus plastic, most of us had our ethical compasses set in the ‘80s, when the answer to the “paper or plastic” question at the grocery store was emphatically plastic! We […]
Lumber is life. That may sound dramatic, but the industry is vital as is the need for the product it produces. Chances are you understand more than most how amazing lumber is as a building product. Especially for you DIYers, to know how to work with lumber, and what you can do with Southern Yellow […]
There is a lot more to lumber than meets the eye. A simple tree growing in the forest is so much more than just a natural, renewable commodity. There is a lot to know about what can be done with wood, using modern technology, to further its use and ensure its renewability. Here a few […]
By Mark Clement We can make all the most perfect cuts ever building that swing set or pergola or arbor, but if we don’t have the right fastener holding it all together, well those cuts and closed joints will 100% wiggle open in short order. Or the connection will work, but just doesn’t look right. […]