Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is one of the premier species of the Western forests. Not only is the wood exceptionally strong for its weight, but the trees are abundant. Trees can grow over 250 ...

The true firs, called true firs to distinguish the wood from Douglas-fir, consist of more than 40 species in North America, but only seven species produce commercial lumber. In eastern North America, ...

Reclaimed wood furniture is usually so predictable: large upcycled beams from buildings, or slabs of driftwood turned into benches and stools. Thats why Brent Comber’s unique reclaimed wood furniture ...

In this video, I made a DIY modern outdoor sofa using 4 by 4 Douglas Fir lumber. The final dimensions of the sofa are 77.5inL x 30inD x 33.5inH. Materials used: - 4X4 Douglas Fir Lumber - 2X4 Lumber - ...

A new technique has been developed to tackle illegal logging by pinpointing the wood's origin to a smaller area than ever before (<100 km). Using chemical fingerprinting techniques (DART-TOFMS), they ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Drier air caused by the changing climate is stressing Douglas fir trees, Oregon State University researchers say. The stress these trees experience from drier air is more than ...

The Birdfy Wood is a smart choice for those who like their feeders to look more natural ...

Lukstudio has overhauled a formerly gaudy apartment interior in Guangzhou, China, to feature a series of serene living spaces lined in Douglas fir. The apartment belongs to businessman Peter Fong, who ...