Hi guys – I recently bought a house with a fabulous deck, but now what..? I never had one before and don’t know where to begin or how to go about maintaining it. I’m located about 40 minutes East of Athens, Georgia and I’m not sure of the deck’s age. The deck is painted and […]
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 Austin (UT) and The Technical University of Munich (TUM). They call it: NexusHaus. The Solar […]
Fun Fact: According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration “About 80 percent of the wood and wood waste fuel used in the United States is consumed by industry, electric power producers, and commercial businesses. The rest of the wood and wood waste fuel consumed in the United States is used in homes for heating and […]
“When it comes to selecting materials for your home deck project, you want something that matches the style of your home and falls within your budget. You also want to know that your choice is one that is a good one for the planet, too – and not just your checkbook.” Source: www.woodnaturally.com We’ve talked […]
No one ever said that fences need to be boring and yet, when was the last time you looked at a fence and thought to yourself, ‘that’s a really lovely fence? It’s really not all that hard to have fun with a fence build and making it a beautiful focal point of your yard. This […]
By Blake Powell, WIR Contributor There’s no arguing that every piece of wood tells a story, and Southern Yellow Pine is no different. Every artisan creates furniture out of this building material does so in their own, unique way. Tom Iovino is one of these builders, and he creates stories with the woodwork he creates over at […]
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.
In this post, Sarah finishes up the deck once and for all. She’s got one shot to get a straight cut the entire length of the deck. Do you think she can pull it off? Here’s a preview. Please go to her site for the full post. How to Trim Deck Board Ends I waited a few […]
When we found out about The Cú Chulainn Coaster at Tayto Park in Ireland, we at Wood. It’s Real. got so excited. Opened in June 2015, it’s Europe’s largest inverted wooden roller coaster. And here’s the part we really love…it was grown right here in Georgia, y’all. We found some awesome video that gives us all […]
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 […]
From Ana-White.com: Free plans to help anyone build simple, stylish furniture at large discounts from retail furniture. All woodworking plans are step by step, and include table plans, bed plans, desk plans and bookshelf plans. Thousands of readers are saving by building their own home furnishings. Source: www.ana-white.com There are a few things we love […]
Josh Barrett, WIR Contributor Apparently, we didn’t get the memo that deer could launch six feet into the air, do a triple lindy and land in our garden. Deer will eat everything that isn’t nailed down. And “ripe for the picking” veggies are on the menu. Welcome to semi-rural South Carolina. We’ve had several weeks […]
Before: The small guest bathroom needed something to separate the upper and lower portions of the walls to create a more spacious feeling. After: Southern Yellow Pine moulding makes the small bathroom feel more spacious by creating the illusion of higher ceilings. When Jett and Leslie moved into their new house, the first order of […]
Image: Wolman Deck Stain/Rust-Oleum Corporation “The proper care and maintenance of your deck make it last longer and look great. HouseLogic’s deck maintenance tips get you started.” Source: www.houselogic.com Not only does it keep it beautiful, but proper maintenance also keeps everyone safe. We know there are certain times of year that are best for […]