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Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Tests Confirm Environmental Superiority of Redwood
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The California Redwood Association (CRA) recently enlisted help from the independent Consortium for Research on Renewable Industrial Materials (CORRIM) to conduct a life cycle assessment (LCA) to better understand and compare redwood decking to...
Naturally Weathered Mendocino Redwood
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The no-maintenance option: Naturally weathered Mendocino Redwood
Mendocino Redwood is famous for its natural beauty and long-lasting strength and durability. But did you also know it is one of the few woods that require no maintenance. Left on...
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An Introduction to Redwood Grades
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The right grade makes all the difference… an introduction to Redwood Grades
According to the California Redwood Association (CRA), there are over 30 different grades of redwood; but fear not, the process for picking the right one for your...
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Inspired By Redwood
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Inspiration — we have all experienced it, and yet many of us, when faced with the opportunity to design something new, find it challenging to tap into it for a truly satisfying creative process. In those moments, where do you find inspiration?...
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Redwood Accessories
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As with the latest fashions, the right redwood accessories can bring style and completeness to your outdoor projects. Whether you are planning to construct a redwood deck, porch, fence or garden structure, redwood accessories can enhance the look...
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The Impressive Strength and Durability of Redwood
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Redwoods are among the oldest and tallest trees in the world, reaching heights in excess of 160 – 270 feet and higher. The average lifespan for a redwood tree is 500 years, but some have been known to live for over 2,000 years. Recently, a redwood...
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A Partnership Unparalleled: Mendocino Redwood and Pressure-treated Lumber
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Truly great partnerships happen when the strength of two different but complementary components come together to make something greater than the sum of their parts. When it comes to great partnerships, redwood and pressure-treated lumber is a match...
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Desirability That Goes Beyond the Surface
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Perhaps the most obvious benefit of using redwood for your decks, fences or other indoor or outdoor construction projects is its unparalleled beauty. True to its name, redwood boasts a range of colors varying from creamy yellow to light red to a...
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Redwood Dog House
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When planning your redwood landscaping project, you may want to consider adding a structure for man’s best friend. A well-designed dog house made of Mendocino redwood would be a beautiful addition to any yard and blend with existing redwood...
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Santa Cruz Sandbox: Bringing the Beach to Your Backyard
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Present-day landscape design focuses on high quality, natural materials to create beautiful outdoor spaces. One such material is real redwood. Easy to work with, versatile, and durable, imagination might be the only limitation to the amazing...
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