No tree is perfect. It’s subject to defects from the time it emerges as a seedling to the last stages of seasoning. A defect is simply an abnormality or irregularity found in wood. There are many ...

I continue to receive questions about defects caused by bacteria in the living the tree. We have discussed this many times, but perhaps I have not presented the total picture and have too focused on ...

I like to incorporate some goofy pieces of wood into my work. Many of them have structural issues or voids that need to be addressed before they can be used in a project. Epoxy works great for filling ...