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Designer Picks: Hemp Home Furnishings
By Linda Merrill | Post date: 05.09.2012
Hemp is a strong fiberous plant that is grown predominantly in China, but also in many other parts of the world. Environmentally friendly, hemp requires few pesticides or herbicides and is one of the fastest growing plants known. In various forms, hemp can be used as a health food product, fuel, and industrial and commercial applications. The strong...
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Why Bamboo Floors Won't Make Your House Green
By Carl Seville | Post date: 01.17.2012
Along with solar panels, so called “green” bamboo floors are another...
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How Fiberboard Furniture Compares to Solid Wood
By KMS Woodworks | Post date: 09.21.2011
Is it wood or does it want to be wood? A few years ago I picked up an...
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The Pros and Cons of Installing Saltillo Tile
By Steve Graham | Post date: 08.30.2011
Saltillo tile is very popular for flooring in Mexico and the southwestern...
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10 Materials That Could Replace Wood One Day
By Steve Graham | Post date: 06.13.2011
Whether framing a new addition, building a deck or making a piece of furniture,...
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Which alternatives to hardwood flooring are the most sustainable?
By Steve Graham | Post date: 04.15.2011
Hardwood flooring is still the leader in premium flooring, and is unlikely...
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10 Tips for Extending the Lifespan of Rattan Furniture
By Linda Merrill | Post date: 04.14.2011
Cane and rattan have long been popular materials in furniture making. In...
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Building with Hemp? Seriously?
By Steve Graham | Post date: 04.12.2011
Hemp is an eco-friendly and durable alternative to plywood, drywall and...
