The classification of hard and soft wood is not made by the density of the wood itself, but rather by the reproduction of the trees the wood comes from. Trees may either be angiosperms or gymnosperms, meaning that they either produce their seeds in protective coverings or allow their seeds to fall to the ground […]

When you’ve made the decision to build a deck it’s important to build your deck the right way so it will last. An important step is properly installing the footings for your deck. Usually made of concrete, these footings can be considered the most important part to building your deck correctly. J&W Lumber recommends using […]

If you are considering adding a lumber deck or fence to your home, then you may be concerned about weather damage that may occur to your new wooden structures. Much of the damage that lumber takes is due to moisture, which encourages the growth of mold and bacteria that weaken the wood and cause aesthetic […]

Patio covers are one of the best ways to cool down your backyard or patio area. As summer rages on, it’s getting hotter and that means you can’t sit out in your backyard and relax like you could do a few weeks ago. But the good news is you’ve still got time to build a […]

I had an older couple call me with a 500 square foot Trex Brasilla deck. They saw the decking article in the San Diego Union-Tribune about deck maintenance and desperately needed to have their 4-5 year old deck cleaned. I cleaned the deck today using the Composite deck cleaner from J&W Lumber. One of the […]

Not all lumber is the same. If you’re about to installing a new deck, fence, patio cover or another lumber-intensive project, then you’re probably wondering what type of lumber to use. While there are certainly many different types of wood to consider, knowing what type of lumber to use when will help make sure your […]

If you take the time to put in a new deck, it’s important you take great care of it and maintain it along the way. Environmental factors can take a toll on even the most beautiful deck. In the San Diego Union-Tribune, Jim Grant of San Diego Power Wash gives pointers on how to maintain […]

Lumber is an incredibly durable and versatile building material that can be used for virtually all construction needs. To learn more about lumber and construction, check out these interesting online resources: If you’re planning a large construction project, then Douglas fir is the type of lumber you want for your residential or small industrial build. […]

Looking for a way to learn lumber and wood types better? Then you need the I.D. Wood application for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. I.D. Wood gives you access to information on over 160 different wood types, from standard domestic woods to rare exotic lumber for your special woodworking project. Examples of the rich information included […]

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