In our first 3 posts in this series (see Parts 1, 2 & 3), we looked at the importance of communication with your lumber supplier and value engineering. While those concepts are not new, they are increasingly significant in light of pandemic-related supply chain limitations. … [Read more...]
Jatoba or Ipe? That Is the Question, Part 3
Both Jatoba and Ipe are excellent choices of decking species, but due to shortages of Ipe, alternative species are constantly popping under our radar. In this mini-series, we’ve been looking at some specific categories and how each species compares to the other. While Ipe … [Read more...]
Jatoba or Ipe? That Is the Question, Part 2
In part 1, we considered hardness and stiffness and determined that while the numbers favor Ipe, in practical use, both are more than sufficient. As we continue to compare Ipe, the classic favorite decking species, with Jatoba, a relative newbie to the world of decking, we’ll … [Read more...]
Jatoba or Ipe? That Is the Question, Part 1
Especially as Ipe shortages are making headlines, many of those typically devoted to Ipe are discovering rival species and wondering which is truly the best option. Obviously, if Ipe availability continues to plummet, then alternative species will be the only options. However, … [Read more...]
Tropical Decking Recommendations from J. Gibson McIlvain
Both the commercial and the residential markets for tropical hardwood decking are exploding in today’s economy! Why? Tropical decking lasts, requires very little maintenance, and provides an attractive addition to any property. J. Gibson McIlvain maintains an inventory of decking … [Read more...]
Lumber Problems & Solutions: How To Prevent Cracks in Large Timbers
We apologize if this title was a tad misleading: if you’re looking for a way to prevent any cracks from occurring in your large timbers, we hate to break it to you, but it’s simply not possible. However, by learning why these cracks occur and what makes them more likely, you can … [Read more...]
Millwork: Our Obsession with Quality Control, Part 2
While quality control starts with excellent lumber and carefully selected boards and millwork profiles, it also includes precision equipment that’s fine-tuned by experts who border on being obsessive about that task. Once the machine is set up in order to eliminate any unsightly … [Read more...]
How Long to Wait Before Installing Decking Boards? It Depends. Part 2
In our first article in this series, we looked at how the board fastening method can influence the amount of time you need to wait before you install it. We also discussed that whether or not the wood was finished and when the finish was applied can make a difference in your wait … [Read more...]
How Long to Wait Before Installing Decking Boards? It Depends. Part 1
If you’ve ever embarked on a project involving flooring or decking boards, you’ve probably heard that you’re supposed to wait for a while before installing them. After all, the boards need to acclimate to their new surroundings to prevent complications such as warping and cupping … [Read more...]
Unraveling the Mystery of Ipe Decking Prices, Part 3
In this series of articles (see Parts 1 & 2), we’ve been explaining some of the reasons why Ipe decking materials can vary so widely in price. We looked at a hypothetical scenario involving a contractor who made a purchase of Ipe decking early in the deck-building season. … [Read more...]
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