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Types of Redwood

August 7, 2022

Types of Redwood and Their Uses

Redwood is a type of softwood that has a variety of uses. It comes from three species of trees which are all evergreen coniferous trees. Here we look at the various types of redwood, their qualities, and uses.

Types of Ash Wood

February 5, 2024

12 Different Types of Ash Wood (with Pictures)

Ash is a hardwood that is known for its strength and durability, as well as its flexibility. Ashwood can come from various different ash trees, as there are over 40 species in existence, which are mostly deciduous, though a few are evergreen. Ash is considered by many woodworkers as a lower-budget version of oak. Here we look at different types of ash wood, what it is used for, and where it comes from.

How to Divide a Wall with Two Paint Colors

July 8, 2022

How to Divide a Wall with Two Paint Colors

Using two colors of paint on a single wall can be a good way to create the visual illusion of more space or a brighter and lighter room. It can also be used to create different areas in the room, especially in open-plan spaces. Here we look at the different ways you can divide a wall with two paint colors.

Sapphire Blue

July 8, 2022

What Color is Sapphire Blue? How to Use Sapphire Blue

Sapphire blue is a heavily saturated blue color that is named after the gemstone of the same name. This color is darker than royal blue but not as dark as navy blue. It is currently an extremely popular shade in interior design and is being used in a wide range of styles.

Cherry Red

July 7, 2022

What Color is Cherry Red? How to Use Cherry Red

Red has been an intense color tone and one of the most popular and saturated of its shades is cherry red. Learning the right use of cherry red will improve the aesthetics of your home and your life quality. Here we’ll learn all about cherry red, how to use and pair it in your home.

Standard Subway Tile Sizes

July 7, 2022

Standard Subway Tile Sizes (and Drawings)

A subway tile has a traditional and standard size of 3 x 6 inches. Other common sizes include 2 x 4 inches, 4 x 8 inches, 6 x 12 inches. Some popular subway tile patterns include 50% offset, ⅓ offset, ¼ offset, Grid, Herringbone.

hole punch sizes

July 7, 2022

Standard Hole Punch Sizes and Guidelines (with Drawings)

The hole punch comes in various standard sizes including the ISO 838 (with 2 holes apart), 3-hole, 4-hole 888, 4-hole legal, and single punch. It typically has a diameter of 6±0.5 mm and there are 80 – 108mm between holes depending on the manufacturer.

Desirable Ranch House Color Ideas
6 Desirable Ranch House Color Ideas

A fresh coat of exterior color palette can really transform the curb appeal of an old ranch house, which is why we have compiled some beautiful ranch house color ideas for you to get inspiration from.

Shiplap sizes
Shiplap Sizes and Guidelines (with Drawings)

Shiplap has been around for such a long time; originally used on boats, not it has been used on home siding, in modern style houses like farmhouses, coastal homes, and as accents as well. If you’re thinking of using shiplap for exterior or interior applications, learn about the dimensions of the planks here.

Standard Mobile Home Window Sizes

December 2, 2023

Standard Mobile Home Window Sizes (with Drawings)

Mobile homes usually come at are three standard sizes – 30 inches by 60 inches, 36 inches by 60 inches, and 36 inches by 54 inches.

Standard drywall sizes

August 10, 2022

Guide to Standard Drywall Sizes (with Drawing)

Drywall usually comes at standard sizes of 4 foot by 8 foot, 4 foot by 12 foot, 4 foot by 16 foot with a thickness of ¼ inch, ½ inch, and ⅝ inch.

standard coaster sizes

March 11, 2022

Standard Coaster Sizes and Guidelines (with Drawing)

The standard coaster size, either in a circular or square shape, comes at 3.5 inches across or 4 inches across. Paper coaster usually has 3 standard sizes of thickness, including 1mm, 1.4mm, and 2mm.