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AMERICAN HARDWOODS: Natures "Greenest" Choice
Hardwood Information Center — When it comes to "greening" a new or existing home, many consumers simply do not have the facts about American hardwood as an environmentally-friendly building material choice. Wood misconceptions abound. And with so much inaccurate information ...More…
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Re-designing a Family-friendly Entrance with U. S. Hardwoods
Hardwood Information Center — The promise of warmer weather has millions of Americans shedding winter garments and heading for the outdoors. At last! It's what returns indoors with them that can be troublesome, however. Did you know that as much as 85 percent of the ...More…
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Five Ways to Go Green with American Hardwoods
Hardwood Manufacturers — Looking for an earth-friendly way to add beauty and warmth to the home? Green, sustainable American hardwood floors, cabinetry and trim add natural elegance to today's interiors. American hardwoods are homegrown. According to the American ...More…
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Aniline Dyes: A New Look for Hardwoods
Hardwood Manufacturers — Those who prefer the traditional beauty and character of hardwoods for furniture, cabinets and mouldings can still achieve the contemporary look that color provides. The answer, according to leading U.S. designers, is a special type of stain ...More…
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What are American Hardwoods?
Hardwood Manufacturers — Hardwoods are deciduous trees that have broad leaves, produce a fruit or nut and generally go dormant in the winter. America's forests grow hundreds of varieties of hardwood trees that thrive in this country's temperate climates. These varieties, ...More…
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What are Tropical Hardwoods?
Hardwood Manufacturers — The Hardwood Information Center is a resource about the hardwood species found in the temperate forests of the United States. Mahogany, rosewood, teak and wenge are tropical hardwoods not native to the U.S. They are among the hundreds of ...More…
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How Hard are Hardwoods?
Hardwood Manufacturers — Each hardwood species has unique physical properties, and when it comes to hardness, the U.S. species vary widely. For example, the hardest commercially available hardwood is hickory, and it is five times harder than aspen, one of the "soft ...More…
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Hardwoods at Home in Luxury Baths
Hardwood Manufacturers — Forget the spa and the five-star hotel. With a little thought and planning, you can turn your own bathroom into a beautiful haven for rest and relaxation. Hardwood is right at home in today's bathrooms, in the form of fine furniture, trim, tub ...More…
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Hardwoods in the Bath
Hardwood Manufacturers — With the advent of so many special finishes, hardwoods can now have a more prominent place in the bath. Whether it's beautiful hardwood floors, tub and shower surrounds, or classic trim and mouldings, solid hardwoods featuring new finishes offer ...More…
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Hardwoods to Make Your House Homier
Hardwood Manufacturers — A formal dining room that is rarely used could be transformed into a home office or a more casual space for everyday eating. Have a bookworm in the house? Consider a reading nook with built-in bookcases made of hardwood or a window seat for ...More…
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Hardwood Information Center
Hardwood Information Center — Download Comparison Chart* * Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader The Hardwood Information Center is the source for information, articles, and tips on U.S. hardwoods and hardwood products including: species guide and design values, flooring, cabinets, ...More…
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Hardwood Cabinets Enhance Universal Design
Hardwood Manufacturers — Making a home more accessible and barrier-free, yet comfortable and beautiful are the desired aims of Universal Design. A term coined in the 1980s by architect Ron Mace; Universal Design is defined as "the design of products and environments to ...More…