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When strength and stability are paramount, plywood is a stronger, more durable option. Plywood is made of thin layers of solid wood glued over each other with grains running at 90-degree angles to produce a strong core. It’s used to provide maximum stability on the sides of desks, entertainment centers and other units where solid woods would crack and warp, due to temperature changes, and humidity levels. A veneer can be glued on top and sides for an even and attractive appearance.

Genera of wood have very different traits, so making all wood look equally beautiful by crafting a natural looking finish in our world of wood furnishings has become both a necessity and an art form.

If all furniture were made of American Mahogany or solid Walnut, we could send everyone home with a little oil (such as pure coconut oil) and that would be all they’d need for a perfect finish. However, due to limited resources, and many favorite types of wood being endangered, those of us who work with wood have developed the art of finishing.

There are several species of American ash: black, brown, and white. Like most other hardwoods the timber of the white ash is heavy, hard, strong and durable. What sets ash apart and makes it valuable for many special uses is its exceptional flexibility. Ash is among the most easily steam-bent hardwood species. Early windmills were made form Ash. Ash is also used extensively in the manufacture of sporting goods. We all know that baseball bats are made from white ash. Ash is a popular species for food containers because the wood has no taste.

My parents started this company around 35 years ago, and, being of solid original hippy stock, they were into sustainable and natural products and keeping a low carbon profile way before it was a marketing ploy. Even though we’ve made a few changes to keep up with current technology, and formed quality vendor alliances, we always have and always will remain true to my parents’ vision of what matters.

That being said, there are some things we just won’t do. We don’t want to work on products that are constantly off-gassing harmful VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) that expose us and our employees to toxicity. We care about our health, and yours, so we only use low VOC varnishes and other finishes.