Learn About Wood Series

With that in mind, we are sharing some of our earliest print articles relating to wood and furniture making. As you browse, keep in mind most of the articles were written decades ago. In spite of their advanced age much of the information is still very relevant today, however some articles we included for posterity's sake. Just goes to show what we already know: trees and woodworkers advance slowly. Check back often as articles are being added.

Learn About Wood, Part 1 General information about wood and wood terminology
Learn About Wood, Part 2 Learn About Wood Characteristics
Learn About Wood, Part 3 Black Walnut Tree
Learn About Wood, Part 4 A Tribute To American Chestnut
Learn About Wood, Part 5 Predicting Wood Shrinkage