Not all softwoods are built the same. Our chart lists the bending strengths of all the softwood species sold at North American lumber yards.

Ever wonder what the hardest wood in the world is? A professional woodworker explains the Janka scale and how wood hardness is measured.

Wood identification for those who love #woodworking, #3D modeling and #furniture.

Trying to pick the perfect wood species for your DIY project? Here is our complete guide to different Types of wood and their uses!

When undergoing a renovation, the process seems easy from the start. Choose a few common materials, install them, and voila. It’s not until you actually undergo the project that it hits you: Wow, there sure are a lot of options to choose from. And wood is one of those familiar materials that surprisingly comes with a ton of grains and finishes to sift through.

For a given variety of wood, The Wood Database has images of the wood grain in various stages of preparation (sanded, sealed, endgrain). It's a great resource for anyone who works with wood.

Wood is an incredibly versatile and widely used material that comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, and species. Understanding the different types of woods and their uses is essential for selecting the perfect wood for your project. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the many different types of wood and their ... Read more

I’m head over heels for this set of ten natural hardwood building blocks! Each one is sanded, finished, and stamped...

There are a few deciding factors when it comes to choosing wood flooring. One of the factors you may not have considered are the many types of wood cuts.