For many do-it-yourselfers, redwood is a widely coveted construction material for home improvement projects. Redwood complements home exteriors and interiors because of its innate beauty, with an assortment of warm colors and tones, from light red to a deeper reddish-brown.…
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Humboldt Redwood Lumber: More Than Meets the Eye
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Posted in Redwood
Redwood Lumber: Looking Good Inside and Out
When most people think of home improvement projects built with redwood lumber, it is redwood decks, fences and outdoor planters that usually come to mind. Certainly, the characteristics of redwood can transform an ordinary backyard into something wonderful. However, while…
Build Redwood Fences: Tips for Beginners
Constructing a beautiful redwood fence in your backyard can be a worthwhile and exciting do-it-yourself project. Humboldt Redwood lumber is an ideal choice for new fences and other backyard projects too. Gazebos, planters, decks, and porches built with redwood add…
Sustainable Living: Tips for the On-The-Go Lifestyle
As more and more data emerges regarding the human impact on our environment, awareness of our profound use of resources also grows. However, as a society constantly on the go, it may be difficult for the average person to completely…
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Posted in Green Building
Green Building: Making a Difference One Project at a Time
At Humboldt Redwood Company, we believe change begins with knowledge. As green building entities, such as the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), have helped educate architects, contractors and homeowners about the benefits of sustainable building practices, desire for and understanding…
Redwood Forests: An Introduction to Northern California
The Northern California coastal region is a land of unmatched and exquisite beauty. A drive north across the Golden Gate Bridge on U.S. Highway 101 leaving the city of San Francisco begins a transformation in landscape. From rolling hills and…
Redwood Forests—Growing and Thriving
Outdoor living projects built with redwood lumber such as redwood decks, fences, and garden structures are a fabulous way to add long-lasting beauty and functionality to any home. Additionally, as a renewable natural resource, redwood forestlands are harvested responsibly to ensure…
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Posted in Redwood
Green Building: Thinking Beyond Today
The fate of our environment and natural resources has been an important topic of discussion in the last few years. With gas prices rising to new levels and influencing our daily habits from the food we buy to the places…
DIY: Redwood Lawn Furniture
The weather is changing, and summer is just around the corner. It might be time to start planning a do-it-yourself outdoor redwood projects to add beauty and functionality to your backyard, deck or landscape. Humboldt Redwood lumber is a great…
Humboldt Redwood Company—Our Commitment to Environmental Responsibility
Business and environmental responsibility both offer unique challenges that are frequently treated as separate objectives. At Humboldt Redwood Company, we believe and practice the idea that our natural environment is an equal stakeholder in everyone’s future.
But what does that mean?…
