In 1986 a Brazilian industrialist had a dream to build a three-masted staysail schooner. Handsome, powerful, and iconic, Peacemaker (originally christened Avany) was built…
Exotic Hardwood Siding in Residential and Commercial Projects
The last several decades have seen a boom in the use of exotic hardwoods for siding in residential and commercial…
Tall Sailing Ships: Nina Repairs
Ask any American what he or she learned about Christopher Columbus’ arrival at the Americas and you’ll likely hear two…
The Right Flooring for U.S. Military Trailers
Overseas Hardwoods Company has enjoyed decades-long relationships with many businesses and organizations but one of the most enduring and rewarding…
Wood for Boats
The earliest boats go back 8,000 years ago, starting with dugout canoes. Those early dugout canoes ignited a desire to…
5 Rivers Delta Experience
There’s a spot in Alabama where the Mobile, Spanish, Tensaw, Apalachee and Blakeley rivers converge into the Mobile Bay, fusing…
Live Oak Landing Docks
Live Oak Landing, located near Mobile, AL, was purchased from private owners by Baldwin County in 2012 as a means…
Baton Rouge Flood Surprise
When the rain started falling in Baton Rouge on August 11, no one suspected that it would continue for three…
The Best Decking For Docks
When building a dock, there are many factors to take into consideration: cost, safety, durability, and longevity. In this article…
Gold Medal Design For Olympic Send Off
When Civic Entertainment needed a set for NBC’s Olympic Send Off, MadeFirst of Nashville, Tennessee was the company for the job. Owner, Jonathan Hammel’s team, renowned…
