Working with Wood

In this post, we cover the basics of circular saw blade types, the different parts of a blade, and what they’re used for.

Understanding different milling methods is critical to selecting the right lumber product. Learn how to tell the difference between a quartersawn, rift-sawn, and plain-sawn piece of lumber in this installment of our Wood Technology series.

How do you calculate board measure, and why would you ever need to? In this episode of our Wood Technology Series, we get into the details of calculating board measurement and explain the nuances every tradesperson should be aware of.

Why is a two-by-four not actually a two-by-four? In this discussion with Dave Borgatti of Seattle's Wood Technology Center, we explain the difference between nominal and actual lumber size and learn some helpful tips and best practices.

At Dunn, we know wood is our greatest renewable resource, which is why engineered lumber is such an important product. In this video, learn why engineered wood is so sustainable—and why some prefer it to natural lumber.

Wood Technology Center instructor Dave Borgatti gives us a brief history of lumber manufacturing and how lumber sizing and naming have evolved over the years.

Treating lumber is one of the best ways we can protect our most essential renewable resource. In this treated lumber series recap, we’re sharing our top four videos from the series.

Building green comes down to extending the lifespan of our materials so we can better preserve our natural resources. In this video, Dennis tells us about treated lumber’s place in eco-friendly construction and what the future holds.

The age-old question with pressure-treated lumber is: How long will it last? In today’s video, Dennis sheds light on that question.

Treated wood is an excellent resource that's designed to last; however, it comes with important do's and don'ts.

In this post, we recap the Cedar Series and share our top five episodes.

When considering using pressure-treated lumber in places where exposure to water is definite, it's important to take conditions into account. In this episode of our treated lumber series, Dennis McWhirter explains when and how treated lumber can be exposed to fresh- and saltwater.