Posts Tagged ‘Redwood’

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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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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Redwood vs. Plastic Decking (Part 1)

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When planning for the construction of your new deck, one of the first decisions you will need to make is which material to choose. Plastic and composite decking materials have become popular in recent years. While plastic and composite decking...

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Mendocino Forest Products: A Company You Can Be Proud Of

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At Mendocino Forest Products, environmental stewardship is more than a catchphrase; it’s a way of life. Through our sister company, Mendocino Redwood Company, we source our Mendocino® brand of redwood lumber products from forests managed in a...

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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 Projects: The Backyard Arbor

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A redwood arbor can add elegance, beauty and much-needed shade to your outdoor space. Whether small or large, simple or ornate, there is something distinctive about a redwood arbor. Our Redwood Project Plans page offers a variety of project plans...

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Tree House Magic

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A tree house can change a child’s perspective, and it can spark the imagination and nourish a lifelong love of the natural world. Plus, in truth, many adults have never lost their love for the magic of a tree house. For purists, there may be...

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Redwood Project Plans

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We have created a new page on our website to provide one easy-to-use resource for finding a variety of redwood project plans. Developed by the California Redwood Association, these plans range from do-it-yourself redwood decks and fences to...

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New Inspiration for Redwood Lawn Furniture

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Seating has a big influence on the experience of being with family and friends in a relaxed, backyard setting. Imagine hosting a backyard party without enough seating for everyone to relax or eat. One way to avoid such a scenario is add style and...

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