Teens have more discretionary income than any other age group, and they spend most of it foolishly. I don’t know of any study that evaluates differences between young people in Christian homes versus secular ones, but I’d guess the spending of teen discretionary income in both types of homes to be about the same. Like […]
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A Green Kitchen Is a Happy Kitchen
“Going green” has become a forefront in today’s society. Individuals are taking environmental precautions within their homes. Your kitchen is the perfect place to begin making simple, minor changes for the better. Here are a few ideas that will succeed in making your kitchen greener once it becomes a habit of your everyday lifestyle. Break […]
Coping with Teen Disorders: Escapism
Escapism comes in so many shapes and sizes and can range from fairly innocuous, occasional behaviors to obsessive behavior patterns or even addictions that interfere with everyday life. Chances are, we all engage in some form of escapism. When we know the types of escapism that can tend toward becoming addictive and the heart issues […]
What’s Important to Your Ministry and Its Financial Partners?
Here at eGiving, we’re dedicated to helping ministries like yours develop purposeful eMinistry that makes sense with your unique Kingdom-building vision. Starting with our initial application, we want to know what you want your eMinistry to accomplish and what you’d like to see your ministry’s giving accomplish. As a ministry to you, our Kingdom-minded staff […]
Ebony’s B Grade Worthlessness Leaves Lumber Rotting in the Woods
For some wood species, such as Ebony, it will take 10 fallen trees to find one that will make the A (top quality) grade. So, what will happen to the remaining 9 trees? Well, they are left rotting away in the forest because they were found to not make the grade after being cut down. […]
Bruynzeel Plywood: 100% Weather Resistant for Boat Building
Because a boat under normal conditions will spend virtually all of its time in the water, it is of the utmost importance to consider the wood being used in construction in order to avoid rot and decay, warping, or ultimately, a failed boat. In order to avoid a structural failure and the stresses/financial loss associated […]
Ipe: As Supply is Limited, Prices will Rise
With the demand for Ipe on the rise, saw mills are attempting to push the product out the door as fast as possible. However, with many factors in play, there is certainly an Ipe shortage on the horizon that lumber suppliers and customers alike must face quickly, considering possible alternatives. The Ipe buying season typically […]
The Differences Between Coastal Cedar and Inland Cedar
Cedar is cedar, right? Right? Well, not exactly. Like any species, where the tree grows can often affect the characteristics of the harvested lumber. Knowing the differences can make all the difference in your next project. Western Red Cedar/Coastal Cedar Western Red Cedar has become one of the most popular species used in North America […]
Stock Hardwood Floors Without Compromising Quality
Since 1995, Rehmeyer Wood Floors have been providing custom wide plank custom flooring throughout the United States and Canada. Each board of our hand-crafted flooring is unique, and each board comes together for a truly one-of-a-kind work of art. Until 2009, the kind of premium wide plank hardwood flooring offered by Rehmeyer was unattainable to […]
Reclaimed Lumber: Durable Beauty with a Poignant Story
Originating in the 1970’s and 1980’s, reclaimed lumber has only grown in popularity, making it a hot trend in the current lumber industry. Increasing in desirability due to concerns for the environment, reclaimed lumber serves many purposes while offering durability, beauty, and a story to tell. Because wood can last for centuries given the proper […]
Ipe: Air Dried, Kiln Dried, or a Combination of Both?
J. Gibson McIlvain Company is one of the largest importers of exotic lumber in the United States. J. Gibson McIlvain ships nationwide. Call them today at (800) 638-9100. Ipe, used primarily for the construction of decks, has built a reputation as the only hardwood option that will last as long as you own your home. […]
Alternatives to Spanish Cedar: Cheaper, Readily Available & Weather Resistant
As many contractors call up their lumber wholesaler and order Spanish Cedar, they expect that like orders before, the wood will have a similar quality and workability; however, many contractors are finding that the wood ends up arriving in sub par quality. Those contractors then have to reject the Spanish Cedar due to its inferior […]
Playing “Why?” or “What Next?”
In case you haven’t noticed, teens like to talk about themselves. Whether you chalk it up to egocentricity or full-blown narcissism, the positive side is that if you ask a teen to tell you about themselves, you’ll probably be rewarded with an open book. We can’t mistake teens’ self-centered tendencies for conscious metacognition, though: often, […]
Tung Oil Finish: A Hardwood Flooring Option That Lasts for Years
Installing a hardwood floor is a flooring option that will require little maintenance and can last hundreds of years. So, while deciding what type of hardwood flooring and finishes to install, it is important to think of the future and the maintenance. You want your hardwood flooring to require little attention daily and throughout the […]
The Recession-Plagued Popularity & Pricing of Poplar
Long appreciated as a utility species ideal for projects intended to have a painted finish, Poplar has traditionally been a popular hardwood species available at bargain prices. However, with the Recession and a general movement toward thrift, good old supply-and-demand principles have come into play. With the increased demand for Poplar, the price of this […]