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Month: August 2022

What is Millwork, and the difference between Stock and Custom categories?

What is Millwork, and the difference between Stock and Custom categories?

Whether you offer indoor or outdoor woodworking projects, you may have heard the term ‘millwork’. It can sometimes be tough to discern what this means, as the definition has changed over the years. Does it have to be wood to be considered millwork? What products are included in this classification? Read on to find out. […]

Custom millwork: What is it and what kind of woodwork can you get?

Custom millwork: What is it and what kind of woodwork can you get?

If you are looking for a new woodworking project for your customers, you should strongly consider custom millwork. This woodwork service really helps contractors save time from having to make cuts, grooves, and more. At Tropical Forest Products we offer a broad millwork service. Premium quality wood custom cut to your preferences – what could […]

All You Need to Know About the White Pine

All You Need to Know About the White Pine

Canada is home to four different species of white pine, which are found throughout the length and breadth of the country; a testament to the country’s natural and floral diversity. Both western and eastern ones cut imposing figures, with their average height and breadth being around 30m and 1m respectively. Similar to most conifers, these […]

Affordable Exotic Hardwood for Interior Furnishings Manufacturing

Affordable Exotic Hardwood for Interior Furnishings Manufacturing

Exotic woods enjoy consistent demand throughout the year because of their beautiful appearance, textures, and longevity. They are renowned for their visual versatility and vibrancy as they boast a multitude of colors, textures, and shades; ranging from deep shades of red to resplendent shades of tangerine and even incredibly rich and opulent shades of brown. […]

A Guide to Basswood: Characteristics, Working Properties, and Uses

A Guide to Basswood: Characteristics, Working Properties, and Uses

Basswood, also known as Tilia Americana, is renowned for its carving quality and can be found growing from New Brunswick to Manitoba. It can be found in pale white to light brown hues with undefined heartwood and sapwood sections. The color is usually uniform and consistent across the face grain. Knots and defects are usually […]

The Chemistry and Utilization of Western Red Cedar

The Chemistry and Utilization of Western Red Cedar

The western red cedar tree, also known as Pacific red cedar tree, is widely employed as a decorative tree, and its lumber is also renowned for its decay-resistant and durable nature, which makes it a popular choice amongst those who seek aesthetically appealing and long-lasting decking options. Therefore, companies who offer solutions based on it […]

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