Construction

How To Determine NHLA Grades Of Hardwood Lumber

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J. Gibson McIlvain Lumber Company prides themselves on providing premium customer service and products. They collaborate with domestic and international mills for custom orders and high quality lumber of the FAS variety. FAS is the highest grade of lumber set by the National Hardwood Lumber Association. The NHLA creates and maintains the standards for all [...]

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Wood vs. Vinyl for Floors

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For many homeowners, a decision to remodel a room in their home eventually leads them to a choice between two flooring materials: vinyl and wood. These materials are two of the most popular materials in today’s modern home renovations due to their durability and versatility. But of these two options, wood is the one that [...]

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Genuine Mahogany vs. African Mahogany: What’s the Difference?

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The first thing you need to know about “Genuine” Mahogany is that its title can be misleading; there are other true mahoganies besides those that grow in Central and South America. Also known as Honduran Mahogany, Genuine Mahogany is scientifically the Swietenia macrophylla, one of two species that are part of the Swietenia genus. A [...]

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What Is So Great about Teak Wood?

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For anyone who is looking into buying lumber for an outdoor project like patio furniture, the word “Teak” will inevitably be one of the first words that pops up in the search engine. Teak has been immensely popular for centuries, which makes mature teak lumber very desirable (and very expensive).

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Choosing a Hardwood Lumber Supplier

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If you’re looking for a hardwood lumber supplier, there are several areas you need to consider. While price and quality may be at the forefront of your priority list, environmental and legal concerns should also play a part in the supplier-selection process. A responsible hardwood lumber supplier will be able to ensure 2 important considerations: [...]

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Teak Lumber – FAQs & Wholesale Supplier Information

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Teak lumber is increasingly popular for many uses. This distinctive wood comes from trees of rare beauty whose wood proves to be ideal for a wide range of indoor and outdoor projects. This tropical hardwood can be imported from Myanmar, Indonesia, India, and Central America. Like many imported woods, teak lumber consumption raises concerns over [...]

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Adding an Attached Garage to Your House

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Attached garages have become more or less standard for new construction homes today because of the convenience that they provide. Anyone who has a garage can tell you how amazing it is not having to scrape snow off of their car in the middle of the winter or to carry multiple loads of groceries through [...]

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The Hidden Costs of Commercial Renovations

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Many commercial tenants will receive a build-out allowance from their landlords. This will provide them with money to renovate, expand, or remodel their existing work space. Often times the length of your lease will determine just how flexible and generous your build-out allowance will be. This ensures that the space will be created particular to [...]

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Improve Energy Efficiency and Earn LEED Credits With Sunshades and Cladding

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In 1998 the United States Green Building Council established the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) program as a third-party certification system for judging the energy efficiency of buildings and communities. Since its inception, the LEED rating system has become the mainstream standard by which architects and developers judge the energy efficiency of a [...]

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Architects Use Metal Acoustical Panels for Superior Sound

Many elements combine in a theater to produce the ideal performance. Shakespearean costumes, complete with breeches, tights, and three-cornered hats. Rows of lights projecting hot, intense beams of light in various colors. Elaborate painted and molded sets, from town fronts to mountain backgrounds. Swords, canes, umbrellas, candles, and every other prop imaginable. After months of [...]

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