Eco-friendly, Health-enhancing Home Design
Today most homeowners want to do right by the environment while also caring for the health and wellness of their own families. But they don’t always know what measures they can take with the design, construction, and furnishing of their houses to achieve eco-friendly,...
How to Use Thermally Modified American Hardwood in Your Home
Thermally modified Real American Hardwood® is a durable, sustainable product gaining traction in U.S. home design. Developed in Finland in the 1990s, the process involves heating wood to over 400°F in a low-oxygen chamber, permanently altering its cellular structure...
Keeping hardwood floors looking beautiful is easier than you think.
Keeping hardwood floors looking beautiful is easier than you think. No matter what the setting, the good looks and durability of hardwood floors can be maintained with minimal effort. It's simply a matter of proper care and maintenance. The American Hardwood...
What is the difference between red oak and white oak?
What is the difference between red oak and white oak? By Gene Wengert Q. What is the difference between red oak and white oak? A. The difference is primarily in appearance. Of the 20 commercial red oak species, many have a slight reddish tinge to the color, while the...
INSIGHT FROM THE EXPERTS
Hardwood Kitchen Cabinets: Natural, Stained, and Painted
When it comes to kitchen cabinetry, Real American Hardwood® absolutely nails it. The sustainable, super material’s strength, durability, workability, and excellent long-term return on investment make it a no-brainer for homeowners who want cabinets that stand the test...
Hardwood for the Bedroom
A Real American Hardwood® bed is more than a piece of furniture—it’s a statement of craftsmanship, materiality, and enduring style. From the rich warmth of walnut to the crisp elegance of maple, American hardwoods offer a depth of character that elevates bedroom...
Designing with Hardwood
I’m a longtime admirer of the Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary design studio Workstead. Founded in 2009 by Stefanie Brechbuehler and Robert Highsmith, the firm’s projects range from architecture and interiors to lighting and home products—all of them featuring...