Sometimes this manipulation is to keep the tree small, other times it is to create the illusion of a much larger, older tree or a tree with a distinct style. This is the artistry of bonsai at work. Almost any tree, shrub or plant can be used for bonsai, but the best candidates are...
Here's how to DIY floating timber shelves - Buy some oak timber, metal rods and liquid nails from Bunnings. Mark out where you want the shelf and find the studs in your wall. Cut the shelf to size and seal it. Cut down the rods (use a grinder) so they are about half the depth ...
Andrew highlights the longevity of seasoned oak and adds, “Timber properties from the 16th and 17th centuries are still standing, providing reassurance they’ll stand the test of time.” Green Studios Research roof options“Both types of roof design have their merits and its very much down to...
POLAR LIFE HAUS DESIGN ENTRANCE DOOR The Polar Life Haus Design entrance door is a massive wooden door… EXTERIOR DOORS IN OAK Exterior doors in oak are tailor-made for each house. The doors are… ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND SUSTAINABLE LIVING SOLID TIMBER CONSTRUCTION BREATHES Solid timber con...
The biggest task is getting the project mapped out on paper, determining what sizes of wood, and how much. From there it’s just a screw driver, a sander, and a paint brush! Our house style is farmhouse meets beach house…..so these were the perfect fit! Check out the rest of the...
The species of tree will be a major factor in determining worth. A large oak will be worth much more than a Chinese elm of the same size. Species with known problems such as weak structure or disease susceptibility will have a lesser value than those that do not. Volunteer trees such as...
be as much as 12-18″ deep without negative effects. They will settle quickly, so you do need to put enough down to maintain a 6-8″ depth after a few weeks. The depth is important to suppress the turf as well as any persistant weeds (like those you can see in the above photo)...
If you have a choice of fuel try to pick denser woods. Oak is pretty much the best wood we can reliably get here in the UK but it takes an age to season. In the US the gold standard seems to beblack locustor osage orange.
There are several different ways to remove water marks from wood, and the approach that works best often depends on the extent of the damage. Surface marks can often be removed by applying dry heat to the area or rubbing the stain gently with mayonnaise or toothpaste. Deeper staining may ...
Although it's easier to sell timber from multiple trees because the profit margin is much greater for the buyer, pitfalls remain even if you're selling a lot of wood. One botched sale can cost you much of the value of decades-old timber and can negatively influence future harvests. ...