Balsa wood comes from Ochroma Lagopus. These trees are native to the rainforests of Central and South America. Here, these trees grow naturally from Guatemala in Central America to the northern and western coasts of South America to Bolivia. Ecuador on the western coast of South America is the No. 1 source of model aircraft-grade […]
Although you hear the term “furniture grade plywood” bandied around from time to time (usually by people who don’t know any better), there really is no such thing. Furniture is an application in which plywood is used; but there is no such grade of plywood. Rather, the term “furniture grade” is a loosely used term, […]
If you’re constructing your own bed, you may prefer to avoid including a box spring and install slats instead. They must be strong enough to support a mattress without sagging, and they should be narrow. That increases the number of gaps between them and allows the mattress to breathe. Thinner Is Better While virtually any […]
High Pressure Laminate or HPL, is the direct descendent of the original plastic laminate. It is considered to be one of the most durable decorative surface materials and is available with special performance properties including chemical, fire and wear resistance. Special grades of HPL can be postformed around curved edges by application of heat and […]
As we’ve built and remodeled several homes, we have learned that trim and moldings play such a big role in completing the look of an interior. This is a very exciting part of building a house because at this point your vision is starting to come to life by seeing a more completed look. This […]
The main difference between multilayer parquet and classic (solid) parquet is in the construction. Multilayer parquet consists of 2 or 3 layers of wood joined at an angle of 90 degrees. The upper layer of the parquet is made of hardwood (oak, ash, beech, walnut, etc …), and the middle and lower layers are also […]
Engineered Wood Flooring (also called Engineered 3-Ply) is a popular alternative to solid wood flooring thanks to its superior stability and suitability to various environments. How is Engineered Wood Flooring made? There’s more to Engineered Wood Flooring than meets the eye. Engineered Wood flooring comprises three layers of real wood pressed together with adhesive under […]
The pallet, typically a form of tertiary packaging, is a flat structure used as a base for the unitization of goods in the supply chain. The MH1-2016 standard defines the pallet as a “portable, horizontal, rigid, composite platform used as (a) base for assembling, storing, stacking, handling and transporting goods as a unit load; often […]
There are lots of decisions to be made when planning a funeral. It can be hard to know which options to choose, especially at such a difficult and upsetting time. Having all the right information can help, so you can weigh your options and make the best decisions for you and your family. You might find […]
As a new homeowner, we’re sure that the first thing on your home interior agenda is a modular kitchen—and with good reason, too! Modular kitchens are considered to be the most practical and stylish solution for your kitchen interior. A harmonious blend of utility and aesthetics, they are available in a variety of colours, textures and finishes to match […]