Scientists are looking at ways to incorporate strengthened wood into new buildings to increase their sustainability. In Japan ...

Forget the wood paneling from the 1970s that made rooms so cavern-like. A wood accent wall is like the classy cousin of this dated phenomenon: Introduce a hint of texture and warmth to your room ...

For as long as scientists have studied trees, we have categorised them into two types based on the sort of wood they make. Softwoods include pines and firs and generally grow faster than hardwoods, ...

Be the fire pit champion instead of that host who smokes everyone out and makes them sick. It's easy — just learn what firewood not to burn.

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 ...

The size of tiny structures in the cells of tulip trees makes them neither hardwoods nor softwoods. © Jan J Lyczakowski and Raymond Wightman While conducting a study ...

Growing your own mushrooms on logs is a way to enjoy the freshest varieties, but what are the best logs for mushroom plugs? Logs for mushroom growing may be purchased pre-sown and ready to grow. You ...