Located atop a scenic hill in Mobile, Alabama, Spring Hill College has enjoyed a long reputation for excellence in the…
A Day in the Life of a Tropical Hardwood Buyer
Gregory Robinson grew up in Mobile, AL, as a part of a family with a long history in lumber, but…
Deck Design Trends 2016
Decks have changed greatly over the years, from the dull platforms of the past to the multi-level, highly-personalized extensions of…
New Orleans Ipe Deck
Sometimes the only thing that works to beat the heat on a balmy summer day in New Orleans is to…
Spring Boat Commissioning Checklist
Flowers are blooming, temperatures are rising, and you’re starting to imagine yourself out on the water with the wind in…
Is Ipe Fire Proof?
Ipe, an exotic hardwood from Brazil, is known for its many desirable qualities. It’s dense, durable, naturally resists rot and…
Sinker Cypress: Buried Treasure
In the 1800s and 1900s, loggers used the best technology of their time (axes and saws) to harvest Cypress trees…
Tropical Hardwood vs. Composite Decking
When planning a deck, one of the first essential decisions is what material to use. There are many choices but…
Why Is Teak So Expensive?
The word “Teak” is synonymous with quality outdoor furniture, decking, and prestigious yachts. But as anyone who’s purchased Teak knows,…
What Is The Best Wood For Marine Grade Plywood?
Consider a boat: immersed in water, misted with caustic ocean spray, and pummeled by aggressive waves, one after another. Could…