Teak is the perfect wood for many household projects because it is strong, water-resistant, and rot-resistant. A teak garden table would last for decades and age gracefully while requiring very … Read more

Ipe is a tropical wood that looks great and weathers well. It is the wood of choice for many outdoor projects like garden decking or fences. However, the trees are … Read more

Pine trees make up a large part of the evergreen conifer forests. In fact, one in four American cone-bearing trees is a pine. Though pine trees are available in many … Read more

Ash trees can take hold of almost everywhere as they agree with a great variety of soil and situation – greater than any other tree producing timber of equal value. … Read more

Padauk is native to tropical forests, some of which host the most diverse wildlife in the world. And as these forests and their biodiversity play a vital ecological role, the … Read more

The maple family, a genus called Acer, is much more than their striking colors. The trees provide food and shelter for many birds and mammals, while maple timber is an … Read more

Douglas fir – one of the tallest trees in the North American continent – is as impressive as it can be. The trees provide food and shelter to a wide … Read more

Black walnut (or American walnut) has a fine figure and quality. Its dark colour makes it a prized alternative for many tropical timbers. As walnut trees become rarer in the … Read more

Mahogany – the exotic beauty of the tropical – has been the wood of choice for high-end furniture for centuries. It is native to tropical dry and wet forests, some … Read more