Working with Wood

Master craftsman Daniel Westbrook shows you how to use a scrap of wood to quickly improve miter joints two different ways.

In the introduction to our series with "Mr. Cedar" himself, Paul Mackie answers a big, basic question: What is western red cedar?

Gary Katz of Katz Roadshow and THISIsCarpentry discusses everything from how to use a moisture meter to creating better miter joints in this Dunn Solutions podcast. 

Posts are a crucial part of any fence, and this simple replacement technique will keep yours going for the long term.

Building to prevent decay is a practice that tradespeople in the Pacific Northwest need to keep up on, given the influx of available materials and products on the market today.

Learn more about the enduring quality and history of our blue-end studs in this post by Dunn Lumber President Mike Dunn. 

Custom railing millwork provides a safety barrier and separates the home's spaces while beautifying an otherwise sterile post and steps. Learn more with this instructive tutorial from master carpenter Daniel Westbrook.  

Andy Hehl of Kebony discusses the benefits of modified wood and provides answers to construction-related questions.

Cedar offers durability, versatility, and an ability to accept stains and penetrating finishes. It's also resistant to rot, making cedar an ideal wood for fencing in the rainy Pacific Northwest. 

This edition of the Dunn Lumber Podcast covers extractive bleeding, the myth that unprimed cedar can react with house wrap products, and the real green story behind Western Red Cedar lumber.

Not all jobsites are created equal. Understanding moisture conditions will ensure the success of your next project.