Is Bocote Wood a Good Exotic Flooring Option?

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Bocote flooring
The deep chocolate colored swirls make Bocote flooring a true standout.

When you are looking to make a change in your home, go big.  Look down and imagine how wonderful a new hardwood floor would be in your space.  Hardwood flooring is always a great choice, especially when if you like the look of something dramatic.  With many different exotic flooring options, it’s not hard to find something that fits your personal vision.  If you have been searching for a way to add visual punch to your space, then you need to consider Bocote hardwood flooring.

As you can see, Bocote hardwood flooring bodes a unique appearance.  This exotic hardwood displays intricate swirls and curved lines providing a stylish complexion beneath your feet.  Bocote is easy to work with and when the installation is complete, you will have a smooth finish. This dramatic looking floor choice is resistant to decay and in high demand.  Due to Bocote being stronger than some other available species, it is protective against dents or scratches while preserving the hardwoods natural beauty.

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I LOVE Lumber Photo Contest Winner!

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Congratulations to the winner of our recent “I LOVE Lumber” photo contest. She won 25 board feet of Padauk lumber for pictures of these wonderful exotic hardwood canes. We ran this contest for our newsletter subscribers and received some wonderful entries (view the lumber contest entries here). We want to thank everyone who entered the …

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How to Refresh Your Hardwood Deck this Spring

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wood deck finish
Learn how easy it is to apply hardwood deck finish.

Shielding your deck from the sun’s UV rays is a safe and cost-effective way to extend the life of your outdoor retreat.

Spring is FINALLY here. At Advantage, one way we can tell it’s getting warmer is the influx of calls we get  from customers and general deck owners like you who are looking for a fast and affordable way to finish their deck.

Do you need a way to liven up the color AND protect your hardwood deck from ultraviolet rays without having to apply coat after coat of chemical sealers? Simply follow this step-by-step guide and you’ll extend the life and beauty of your deck:

  1. Sweep excess dirt, debris & leaves from your deck surface (make sure gaps are cleared).
  2. Pre-rinse the surface with a garden hose.
  3. Wait until the deck surface is completely dry (at least 24 hours in most areas).
  4. Using a standard 3/8″ nap paint roller, apply a specially formulated deck oil finish for hardwood decking (like Ipe Oil™).
  5. Rub in any excess or pooled liquid that remains after 5 minutes using a dry rag.
  6. Let dry completely.

FOR BEST RESULTS:

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Pressure Treated Lumber Drives Sales For Lumber Company In Slow Building Economy

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Buffalo, NY April 18, 2011 In today’s sluggish construction industry, there are still bright spots of growth. One such example is with Advantage Lumber, LLC who is experiencing an increase in sales thanks to their new inventory of pressure treated lumber. According to Sales Manager, Jon Fletcher, “Previously, customers who saved with our hardwood decking …

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Hardwood 101 – White Oak Lumber

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White Oak trees (botanically called Quercus Alba) grow throughout much of eastern North America and can reach heights of 70 to 80 feet, with diameters of 2 to 3 feet. White oaks vary in color from light tan to pale yellow-brown with a pinkish tinge. Its sapwood is white to very light brown, while its …

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The Deck Economy

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According to Wikipedia, the definition of “Economy” starts:

An economy consists of the economic system of a country or other area, the labor, capital and land resources, and the economic agents that socially participate in the production, exchange, distribution, and consumption of goods and services of that area. A given economy is the end result of a process that involves its technological evolution, history and social organization, as well as its geography, natural resource endowment, and ecology, as main factors. These factors give context, content, and set the conditions and parameters in which an economy functions.

When you decide to build a deck, you are pretty much creating your very own micro-economy. That one decision to improve your home’s value and your overall quality of life triggers a whole set of events that have a positive impact on people’s lives.

How does it all work? Generally speaking, the Deck Economy has two phases:

PHASE 1 – The Deck Building Phase
The Deck Economy - Phase 1

The reality of your specific situation might be different. But, generally, this is how the great majority of deck installations affect your local economy.

Even after your deck is completed, your living on it has an economic impact. The second phase of the Deck Economy is all about outdoor living and commerce.

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