Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a member of the legume family; it can “fix nitrogen” in the soil. While native to the Appalachian Mountains, from Pennsylvania to Alabama, in the last century, it has spread to almost every state. With a widespread, shallow root system, it is ideal for thin soils where it will prevent soil erosion, and it is often used for strip-mine reclamation projects barren due to mining debris and acid soils.

Tips about epoxy, marking defects, and carpenter bees.

Most uses for Douglas-fir today capitalize on the wood’s high strength, yet the beauty of this wood makes it favored for millwork, furniture, cabinets and flooring.

Gang ripping lumber is a complex process requiring special blades and techniques.

Also questions about warp after ripping lumber, grading oversized rough lumber.

Blackgum, also called black tupelo, tupelo gum, or just tupelo, is a tree that loves to grow in water and water-soaked soils.

Wood shrinkage and what is the procedure to “sanitize” wood in the drying process?