Unsealed wood floors have no protective coating to keep spills and dirt from soaking into the boards. That makes them more vulnerable to stains, water damage, and scratches than sealed floors. The safest way to clean them is to remove dust while dry and use as little moisture as possible for spots. If you’re unsure … Read more
Kiln-dried wood is lumber that has been dried in a temperature- and humidity-controlled chamber called a kiln. The process removes moisture from the wood faster and more consistently than ordinary air drying. Properly dried lumber is less likely to shrink, warp, or develop other problems after it is made into furniture, flooring, or building components. … Read more
A half cord of firewood typically costs about $180 to $280 in the United States, though local prices can fall outside that range. The final amount depends on your location, wood species, seasoning, delivery distance, and whether stacking is included. HomeGuide’s 2026 estimate puts half-cord prices in this range. Before ordering, confirm what the seller … Read more
A wooden computer table collects more than ordinary dust. Keyboard crumbs, fingerprints, coffee rings, cable dust, and cleaning-product residue can gradually make the surface look dull. Cleaning it properly helps protect the finish and keeps your workspace looking neat. The key is to use as little water as possible. Most wooden computer tables have a … Read more
A delivered pile of firewood can look substantial, but appearance alone cannot tell you whether it contains a full cord. To check the quantity, you need to stack the wood and measure the space it occupies. To measure a cord of firewood, multiply the neatly stacked pile’s length, height, and depth in feet, then divide … Read more
If you have a fallen mulberry tree or access to inexpensive logs, the wood is usually worth considering for your firewood stack. Mulberry can provide substantial heat, but there is one characteristic you should know before putting it in a fireplace: it can throw plenty of sparks. Yes, mulberry is good firewood when properly seasoned. … Read more