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Hardwood Lumber 101 – Ash Wood

March 9, 2022November 3, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Woodworkers have so many choices of domestic hardwood to choose from. For many woodworkers though, they usually start by asking themselves, “What wood would be perfect for a ____” For those woodworkers looking for the finest quality wood to use for sporting goods and athletic equipment, your best option is Ash Wood. Ash is a …

Hardwood Lumber 101 – Poplar Wood

March 9, 2022October 21, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Woodworkers and turners rely on AdvantageLumber.com to supply high-quality hardwood lumber. One common utility hardwood that we offer is Poplar Wood. For centuries, Poplar has been used in countries throughout the world. In fact, Poplar was such a useful wood that scientists have recently found a Poplar wood door made in the Stone Age! Read …

Ipe Wood Bundle Sale – Get Discounts on Complete Decking Bundles

October 19, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

We’re offering a select number of Ipe wood bundles and fasteners for sale. Save hundreds of dollars with these ipe bundles. Now, you don’t have to scour the internet for deck fasteners, end seal, or deck finish. You can build a complete deck with these kits. Want more info? Check out the hardwood bundle page …

Ipe Wood Benefits Go Deeper than Strength

September 23, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

What’s important to you about owning a deck? Is it the pristine look? Or, is it the sense of relaxation and comfort you get when spending time outdoors with the people you love? Does it help when the decking material you chose is something you know you can depend on? For many Ipe wood deck …

The Lacey Act – What it means for you? Why it’s a good thing for all of us.

September 8, 2016September 8, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Eco-friendly wood — Advantage Trim & Lumber promotes the Lacey Act through responsible forestry.

What is the Lacey Act?

Signed into law in the year 1900, the Lacey Act is a century old United States law that makes it a federal crime to buy, sell, or trade any wildlife or plants that were procured and transported by illegal means. This includes the import and exporting of both domestic and exotic lumber. For the lumber industry during that time, The Lacey Act was a wake up call. Conduct business in a responsible manner that doesn’t destroy the very resource you depend on, or face a federal court. While the battle still rages on against illegal logging across the world, it is companies like Advantage Trim & Lumber that are leading the way when it comes to sustainable forestry.

What does the Lacey Act mean for you?

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Tigerwood Decking in San Francisco, CA

March 10, 2022September 1, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Decking in California — This Tigerwood deck will be an attractive place for patrons to sit, eat, and relax.

Why is Tigerwood a great decking option for California homes and businesses?

For starters, Tigerwood is instantly attractive. Many of our customers in California have told us that they enjoy working with such an easy material because it cuts labor costs and install time. We’ve even had customers call us to say that the second their commercial project was completed they saw an immediate increase in business thanks to more walk in traffic and customer interest.

It’s not hard to imagine people walking by this pizza parlor in San Francisco and staring at it. With those rich colors of rusty oranges, brown, and dark black streaks you would only need one attempt to guess this wood’s name. From California to New York, you can find more and more outside commercial projects using exotic and eco-friendly decking materials like Tigerwood.

Looks aside, there are some very practical reasons why Tigerwood is a great choice for commercial applications.

Tigerwood Decking – Durability with Smoking Hot Good Looks

August 25, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Let’s be honest. That is one awesome looking deck. We get pictures like the one above from satisfied homeowners every day. The people who send us these pics tell us that after they installed the Tigerwood decking they bought from Advantage that neighbors who never even said so much as a “Hello” all of a sudden say things like, “Wow. What kind of wood is that!?” and “That is one nice looking deck. Great job on the build!” The rusty browns and black mottled streaks of Tigerwood create a space you won’t want to step away from. It’s density also gives it properties that make it last well over 25 years. Mold and decay resistance give you exceptional structural integrity. For kids, the fact that Tigerwood is really hard to scratch or splinter means that bare feet will be safe. Oh, and when it rains? Tigerwood dries fast and thanks to reliable slip resistance. Oh, and those looks!

Why settle for the decking that advertises that says it “looks just like” something when you can have the real thing?