WHY IS WORLD WOOD DAY IMPORTANT TO US?

March 21, 2017

March 21st is celebrated globally as World Wood Day. Why do we celebrate World Wood Day? What’s so special about wood that we have an we have an we have an we have an we have an we have an

A WORLD IN WOOD. RE-IMAGINING URBAN JUNGLES

March 16, 2017

Our cities are great places to live. Bustling with activity, lots of facilities and a fast paced life are all the things that make living in the city interesting.

INDIA BOASTS OF CENTURY OLD STRUCTURES IN WOOD

March 10, 2017

India has long been admired for its architecture that is a marvelous confluence of technology, art and exquisite craftsmanship. As one of the oldest and most diverse civilizations of the world, across the length and breadth of the country one can find stunning temples, forts, palaces and monuments made in stone or wood or a combination of both.

HERE’S WHY FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS ARE STEADILY CHOOSING LUMBER OVER LOGS

March 3, 2017

Lumber is wood material that has been rough sawn and cut to length, typically in standard increments, whereas logs refers to rough stock wood that..

SOLID WOODEN DOORS WITH INTRICATE CARVINGS

March 2, 2017

India has been blessed with a rich culture of multiple architectural styles that continue to influence design in current times. Every region in India has its distinct, unique style that characterizes traditional products of the region. Among other things,

TRENDY FURNITURE IN SUSTAINABLE WOOD

March 1, 2017

Sustainable wood means wood that has been procured from sustainably managed forests and is certified to be legal and ethical. While wood by itself is a carbon neutral material, rampant logging without a long-term view has led to destruction of forests ravaging the ecosystems that thrive in them. On the other hand, sustainably managed forests ensure that the ecology and people dependent on forests are not adversely impacted in the process of procuring wood products.

TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE SPF FOR PRE- FABRICATED WOODEN HOMES

February 23, 2017

Pre-fabricated wooden homes or modular homes are among the fastest and the easiest homes to build. Wooden homes provide a multitude of benefits to users as well as the environment.

BUILD WITH WOOD- HOLIDAY HOMES & RESORTS ETC. HERE'S WHY & HOW?

February 14, 2017

A holiday home is a trend that has caught on and gained immense popularity. City life is extremely demanding and a home away from city provides much-needed escape. A holiday home can also be a lucrative option for people who rent them out while not in use.

STUNNING GAZEBOS AND PERGOLAS THAT MAKE YOU WISH FOR A LAWN

January 25, 2017

A house with a nice green lawn is the idea of the perfect home for most people. Throw in a beautiful ‘relaxation’ spot like a gazebo or a pergola and it all becomes picture-perfect.

THIS NEW YEAR MOVE TOWARDS MORE SUSTAINABLE LIVING

January 11, 2017

If you have visited any part of the world in 2016 and not heard of changes in local weather patterns due to climate change- you’d be quite the exception.

A SNEAK PEEK INTO THE DOUGLAS FIR VILLA THAT HAS EVERYONE EXCITED

December 20, 2016

Douglas fir villa is one of those homes that most dream of owning. Located in a pristine and picturesque

7 REASONS WHY DOUGLAS FIR IS A HAPPY SUBSTITUTE FOR TEAK

December 7, 2016

Teak has always occupied a special place in the culture and history of tropical regions.

TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE YELLOW CEDAR FOR DOORS AND WINDOWS

November 30, 2016

Yellow-Cedar (Cupressus Nootkatensis) grows in the Coastal Mountains of British Columbia (B.C.), on the west coast of Canada.

YOUR GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT WOOD FOR DOORS AND WINDOWS

November 16, 2016

Wooden doors and windows have been the preferred choice for luxury homes, offices and hotels for centuries.

TOP TEN TIPS TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN YOUR WOODWORK

October 20, 2016

Wood is eternally beautiful and comforting, bringing a sense of connection with nature, a plethora of health benefits and a subtle elegance and charm to ones' decor.

WOOD SPECIES PERFECT FOR YOUR HOME AND BUDGET

October 5, 2016

It's no secret that we Indians have a never-ending love affair with wood.

THIS FESTIVE SEASON GO BEYOND RENOVATION- THINK RE-INVENTION

September 29, 2016

With Diwali just around the corner, preparations for the festival are in full swing.

WOOD IS GOOD DESIGN COMPETITION 2016

September 16, 2016

Canadian Wood in association with foAID held Wood is Good 2016 - a furniture design competition for students of architecture and product design from leading colleges.

LUMBER GRADES & SIZES

September 16, 2016

Lumber from B.C. comes in standard grades, seasoned to the consumers’ needs.

A QUICK LOWDOWN ON LCA OF BUILDING MATERIALS AND WHY WOOD EMERGES AS A WINNER

September 16, 2016

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a tool for the systematic evaluation of the environmental aspects of a product or service system through all stages of its life cycle.

5 MOST POPULAR ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY WOOD SPECIES

August 16, 2016

When it comes to designing a home or office, wood is the material of choice for creating plush spaces with a warm, natural feel.

CERTIFICATIONS THAT PROMOTE RESPONSIBLY SOURCED WOOD

August 10, 2016

Wood is perhaps the most versatile and environmentally friendly material for design and construction, due to its renewable nature, life cycle,...

HOW SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY IN CANADA IS CHANGING THE CONVERSATION ABOUT WOOD

August 4, 2016

Concerns about the environment are growing and echoing in every quarter of the world. Controlling global warming through effective reduction in...

Here’s how you can take care of your prized wooden furniture this monsoon season

September 26, 2018

The rains are back in India. Along with its enchanting fragrances and spellbinding beauty,

WOOD SPECIES PERFECT FOR YOUR HOME AND BUDGET

September 26, 2018