You made the first huge decision in your kitchen renovation: butcher block countertops. Unfortunately, you now have to choose ...

There's nothing better than biting into perfectly cooked juicy meat, especially when it's been imbued with the subtle aroma of the wood it was smoked over. After all, there's a reason all those ...

The process of cooking barbecue involves several different factors, including smoker type, the wood used and the quality of meat. The decisions that a barbecue entrepreneur makes with regard to these ...

For as long as scientists have studied trees, we have categorised them into two types based on the sort of wood they make. Softwoods include pines and firs and generally grow faster than hardwoods, ...

As much new technology has gone into your fire pit, firewood is still the most common fuel type—for good reason, too.

Ever wondered about the hardest and softest woods in the world? As architects, we're all pretty familiar with the softest: Balsa. Its material qualities are what make it so attractive to make models.

Growing your own mushrooms on logs is a way to enjoy the freshest varieties, but what are the best logs for mushroom plugs? Logs for mushroom growing may be purchased pre-sown and ready to grow. You ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.