Iroko Wood – Characteristics, Uses, Pros and Cons

Iroko Wood - Characteristics, Uses, Pros and Cons

We have limited options when we are looking for durable, stable, and naturally rot-resistant wood. Some popular wood species with such properties are Maple, Poplar, Alder, Beech, Ash, Iroko and many others. Iroko holds unique properties that are cheaper than many other hardwoods. What is Iroko Wood? Iroko is a durable and stable hardwood that … Read more

Accoya Wood | Uses, Pros and Cons

Accoya Wood | Uses, Pros and Cons

Many people believe that Accoya wood is a type of wood species that can be obtained directly from the tree in the form of lumber. But this is not true; “Acetylation” is a process in which ordinary wood is processed to create a durable Accoya wood. What is Accoya Wood? Accoya wood is a specially … Read more

Cumaru Wood – Characteristics, Uses, Pros and Cons

Cumaru Wood - Characteristics, Uses, Pros and Cons

As an Amazon Associate timberblogger.com earns from qualifying purchases. Everyone likes strong and durable wood, which is suitable for all furniture purposes and requires less care than other woods, and its price is also not very high. Cumaru wood is one of those woods which has all the qualities. Cumaru is considered a premium domestic … Read more

Is Cumaru Wood Good For Decking? : Pros and Cons

Is Cumaru Wood Good For Decking

As an Amazon Associate timberblogger.com earns from qualifying purchases. Whenever I have to choose a wood for a perfect decking, it is not easy for me because not all wood is suitable for the deck, because the wood deck has to withstand moisture, sun heat, and changing weather continuously. In such a situation, choosing the … Read more

RTD vs CDX Plywood : What’s the Difference?

RTD vs CDX plywood

RTD plywood is more water-resistant, durable and stable than CDX plywood and can withstand prolonged exposure to moisture and weather. The main difference between RTD and CDX plywood is their manufacturing process. RTD plywood is manufactured with a quality control system using a Temperature Detectors device to maintain the correct temperature during the bonding of each layer. On … Read more

RTD Plywood : Uses, Pros and Cons

RTD Plywood

RTD Plywood stands for “Resistance Temperature Detector”. It is an engineered wood product primarily designed for walls and roof sheathing. RTD plywood is extremely water resistant and can withstand prolonged exposure to moisture or extreme weather. The name of RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) plywood is strange. After all, what could be the meaning of Temperature … Read more