Brazilian Teak aka Cumaru is one of nature's most durable and beautiful decking materials.
Not many people know this, but Brazilian Teak aka Cumaru has very similar properties to ipe. With a Janka hardness rating of 3540, Brazilian Teak is almost as strong as ipe and is a lot more affordable, too!
By far, the biggest reason why Cumaru is gaining in popularity is the cost. more…
Lumber enthusiasts and woodworkers, it’s time to dust off the lathe…
Advantage Trim & Lumber is now selling over 55 species of lumber online at the ATL Hardwood Store.
We also have thinwoods in stock.
Here’s a list of some of the lumber species currently available:
We also carry quartersawn and wormy varieties. So, whether you’re a seasoned vet when it comes to wood working, or you’re just opening your first set of carving tools, you can depend on Advantage Trim & Lumber for all your hardwood lumber needs.
See the current list of hardwood and thin wood lumber currently in stock.
The research this homeowner did prior to buying Tigerwood has paid off.
It’s almost Summer and thousands of homeowners across the country are getting ready to start working on their deck. Some will be remodeling and many will be building a deck for the first time. But, before hammer goes to nail, the question you must answer is, “What kind of material is best for decking?”
Should you go with real wood decking, or composite “wood” decking? Regular readers of this blog already know the limitations and problems that plague composite deck materials. Let’s face it; if plastic decking were so good, wood decking would be obsolete. But, because of the documented issues that both composite and PVC decking face, many people are opting for real wood deck materials.
So, let’s say that you chose to buy wood decking. What material should you choose, and what pitfalls are to be avoided when buying decking?
Here are 5 Ways to Save Money When You Buy Decking: more…
This Tigerwood porch is a sunroom that can be enjoyed all year round.
This post is all about why Tigerwood should be on your short list of wood decking options.
We talk a lot about composite decking, and ipe on this blog. With good reason, both of those decking materials are known to most people and contractors alike.
But, is that all there is? Absolutely not.
In fact, Tigerwood is one species that a lot of contractors like better than BOTH of those materials.
Why?
Here are some benefits that explain why Tigerwood is preferred choice among builders and contractors: more…
This wood patio made of ipe decking will last well over 100 years.
When you spend money to renovate and improve your home’s exterior by building a patio, what is on your short list of needs?
Those are pretty reasonable requests. There are many wood and composite patio materials in the market which say that they answer all those questions. However, since you’ve done your research, you already know that composite materials have way too many issues (let alone recalls) to even be a viable choice. This leaves solid hard wood decking. As a patio material a patio made of hardwood is going to provide you with: more…
Wenge flooring has colors that resemble dark chocolate and even espresso coffee.
Wenge is one of the world’s most prized, and yes, expensive hardwoods. It’s scarcity coupled with its rare beauty keep this exotic hardwood in high demand.
Wenge flooring provides a wonderful contrast especially in transitional and contemporary design styles. When you see this exotic hardwood in person, you’ll notice the dark brown colors close and fine black veins and thin whitish bands that give wenge wood a very attractive appearance. People with light colored furniture or brightly lit rooms and light colored walls often consider this African hardwood flooring option for their home or business.
What’s it like to work with Wenge wood?
Wenge works pretty well with machine equipment and has medium blunting effect on cutters. It has a natural resistance to abrasion and shock loads. These advantages make it a great choice for flooring.
Look no further than the Advantage Trim & Lumber online hardwood store if you’re wondering where you can buy Wenge.
Or, you can always call us directly:
Bocote wood makes some of the finest instruments, furniture, and collector’s items in the world. Originating from Mexico, Bocote has been turned by some of the finest woodworkers to make custom cabinets, chairs, tables, decorative boxes, and acoustic guitars.
As you can see from the picture to the right, the heartwood of this high end exotic hardwood a flows between brown and golden brown in color with variegated irregular markings. On quarter sawn surfaces, Bocote has a very attractive ray flecked figure.
What’s it like to work with Bocote? With a Janka hardness rating of 2200, you’d think pretty tough. However, Bocote works great with both hand and power tools. It can slightly blunt cutters.
You can finish Bocote smoothly and neatly with most machining operations. Mexican Bocote will take glues, stains and polishes to a good finish. Looking to make Bocote furniture? It takes nails and screws well.
Where can you buy Bocote? Well, Advantage Trim & Lumber, of course! Call today to check out our current stock of this beautiful and very workable hardwood.
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