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2026
Maker's Guide
Why Timber Moves — and What to Do About It
Every cracked tabletop, jammed drawer, and split door panel has the same root cause: wood movement wasn't accounted for. This isn't a defect — it's physics. Here's what every maker needs to understand before cutting anything to final size.
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Species Guide
The Complete UK Timber Species Guide: What to Use When
Short version: There’s no single “best” timber in the UK — the right choice depends on whether you’re building for outside vs inside, structural vs furniture, and how much movement, durability, and workability you can tolerate.
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