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… In recent years the deck has become so much more than just a place […]
by Bryan | Oct 8, 2015 | DIY projects By Bonnie Phelps, WIR Contributor Since the dawn of time, homes built off the ground have fascinated mankind. How many of us have watched the movie “Swiss Family Robinson” and thought how cool is that! Whether the appeal was to escape…
by Michael Connelly, WIR Contributor Students at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina found inspiration all around them when working on their submission to the United States Department of Energy’s 2015 Solar Decathlon: Indigo Pine….
Embark on your woodworking journey equipped with essential tools and expert tips. Whether you’re a seasoned craftsman or just starting, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference. From precision hand tools to power equipment, each instrument plays a vital role in bringing your woodworking visions to life. Combine these tools […]
by Bryan | Oct 15, 2015 | Sawmill Spotlight By Lia Therese Feliciano, WIR Contributor Think of how wood is sawed. For most people, this brings to mind an image of a lumberjack using a gigantic saw or an ax to cut through a log. While it may look pretty awesome on TV at the […]
By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor The AgCenter at Louisiana State University (LSU) has recently received a $250,000 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to research the potential of using wood residues to create a… Powered by Big Boom Design
by Bryan | Jun 26, 2015 | Uncategorized Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor My grandfather was a master carpenter. He loved working with cherry, walnut and pine. Measuring twice, cutting once – his workshop was a place of freedom and creativity. Beauty, strength, and function were…
Tall Wood Building, check it out: “From developer Hines and designed by Michael Green Architecture and DLR Group, this new office building’s seven stories and 220,000 square feet of mixed retail and office space will have a strong…
by Bryan | Mar 9, 2016 | Decking From Wood Magazine: “A deck is essentially an outdoor floor supported by a frame, posts, and footings secured in the ground; assembled in stages; and built from the ground up. The following terms define all of the important components of a…
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 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… Powered by Big Boom Design
By Adelina Iacob, WIR Contributor Essentially, building a deck isn’t incredibly complicated, especially when you’re using Southern Yellow Pine (SYP), which is known as one of the most versatile, durable, and beautiful types of wood….
by Bryan | Sep 9, 2015 | Tools and Tips Trying to decide what type of material you’re going to use for your next project? Let’s help you make the case for SYP with four reasons why it’s awesome. If you have a hard time seeing this infographic, click…
by Bryan | Aug 18, 2015 | Uncategorized You’ve seen the TV shows…a zombie apocalypse is going to happen. Right? Did you know that Southern Yellow Pine can help you survive? See larger image here. Preparation is key, folks. Southern yellow pine’s got you covered….