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How to Install a Hardwood Tub Surround




19
Feb

If you’re looking to create a soothing, spa-like look for your bathroom, consider adding a hardwood tub surround. The natural look of wood lends a simple, Asian-inspired aesthetic to the room, and it’s a renewable, environmentally-friendly choice. What’s more, building a hardwood tub surround is not as hard as it looks. Choosing the right materials for the job is key. You need high-quality...


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5 Climate Control Tips for Ipe Decking




15
Nov

Ipe (EE-pay) or Brazilian Walnut is an exotic hardwood harvested in central South America. Ipe’s earned a reputation for being indestructible compared to other hardwood species. Ipe also goes by the name Ironwood – its Janka hardness is 3684. A quick web search on Ipe turns up topics on its superior fire-rating and mildew-resistance. In 2008, Consumer Reports lauded Ipe number one in decking...


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