There’s a tree capable of stinging, blinding, and even killing you with its explosive seeds, if you’re not careful. Would you like to know more about this misunderstood plant? Stick around and we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the dynamite tree. The most dangerous tree in the world The thundering Ceiba, also […]
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Cooperage is the art of building wooden barrels or casks to store different products, from grains and flour to alcoholic beverages such as wine or whiskey. This is an ancient tradition that has endured until today, but it no longer enjoys its past popularity as fewer and fewer people show interest in this arduous work.
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There are some woods little known to non-specialists in woodworking. Nevertheless, connoisseurs appreciate them a lot due to their high quality. They are usually scarce, though, because the trees from which they are extracted are slow-growing or simply because they are small so it is not possible to extract much wood from them. That doesn’t
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In recent years the interest in barbecuing has been increasing and thus more and more people want to buy a new grill and all the utensils needed to make the perfect barbecue. However, the fuel used in that barbecue is as important as the oven itself. That is why we’ll tell you which are the
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Wood can be used for everything, from building a desk, to your house floor, your bed, or even your entire house. Besides, wood is a very resistant material and has a charming appearance. However, it can be toxic and harmful to anyone who works with it; it may cause anything from mild allergies to death,
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If you are a wood lover like us, surely you are interested in everything about this material. That’s why in this article we decided to talk about those curiosities that are associated with it. So stay with us and you are guaranteed to learn something new about the quintessential natural material. 25 random facts about
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Woodworkers often have a list of the woods they consider to be of the highest quality, either for durability, aesthetics or value for money. However, the most expensive woods are not always necessarily the best for each project and, in addition, there may be better and less expensive alternatives. That is why in this article
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Trees that reach (or are close to) timber maturity in their first decade are known as high-growth rate trees. These trees are important as they allow the timber supply to remain high, reducing the time it takes to harvest new specimens. In addition, their timber is harvested on a sustainable basis, as these species are
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When we talk about “green oak” we refer to oak wood that is between 3 and 18 months old. This wood is very interesting, especially for people who work in construction; it doesn’t need any treatment to be used. So, follow us and we’ll show you how you can save money if you choose it
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Whether you are taking your first steps in carpentry or you are thinking of starting your own workshop, it is important that you have a set of tools that are indispensable to perform any work you want to do. However, keep in mind that the primary tool you need is ingenuity. Below, we’re going to
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