It’s good to know what type of product you’re working with. Because the natural world of wood is so perfectly unpredictable and varied, familiarity with tree types and wood grain is one of the most ...

Each wood type has an ideal use based on qualities like grain pattern, color, and how well it takes stain or paint. Maple is an inexpensive hardwood that can be stained to mimic more expensive types ...

Wood in kitchens isn't anything revolutionary, but this specific style of wood defines a retro period of design that can ...

The large Douglas fir, 30 inches in diameter at chest height, was leaning over the road on the corner of our lot. It was hard to maneuver around and the fire department complained that they couldn’t ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Wood floors are high on the wish list of many a homeowner and buyer. And it’s easy to see why: Wood has a unique character and glow, especially when polished. It feels warmer to walk on than other ...