Baltimore Harbor’s Shipping Channel Has Reopened: Now What?
With the ongoing clearing of the remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the port is back in business…but far from back in business as usual. Baltimore harbor, a key piece of the global supply chain especially for some building materials, is now open with clearance completed on the main shipping channel. According to a […]
The Five Biggest Things That Worry the Construction Industry
A new report identifies the biggest concerns commercial general contractors and construction managers now have. Business sectors are always keeping their guard up against challenges they face and the construction trade is no different. A new study from QBE North America, the New York-based arm of the Australian insurance company, identifies five specific areas that […]
NAHB Joins Lawsuit Challenging New Overtime Rules
The builders group has joined other organizations opposing the Department of Labor’s changes in overtime rules. The National Association of Home Builders has joined a group that includes the Associated Builders and Contractors and the National Association of Wholesale Distributors in a suit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas […]
Turbinex Newest Dust Removal System from Wirutex
The Italian company’s latest turbine will debut at the International Woodworking Fair this summer. Wirutex’s latest new product is designed for the removal and suction of the dust and chips generated during nesting and routing operations on CNC machines. The company says “dust is captured and conveyed towards the machine’s suction system (which) not only […]
The Timeless Artistry of Wood in Interior Design
Wood holds a special place in the world of interior design, offering a timeless charm and enduring allure that few materials can match. Whether it’s the sturdy elegance of oak or the refined beauty of walnut, wood furniture and cabinetry have long been celebrated for their capacity to infuse spaces with warmth, character, and sophistication. […]
Tradespeople Say They Can Get Satisfaction
A new study reports that nearly nine out of ten skilled tradespeople say they are satisfied with their jobs. Job dissatisfaction may be a big factor in many lines of work but apparently not for skilled tradespeople. Nearly 90 percent of them say they are happy with what they do for a living. And unlike […]
NWB and WCA Team Up to Promote Woodworking Careers
The National Woods Board and the Woodwork Career Alliance of North America have announced a strategic partnership to advance the woodworking field. The NWB and WCA collaboration is aimed at promoting careers in the field through coordinated educational and awareness efforts over the next five years. The WCA said the partnership will work to coordinate […]
Spring/Summer DIY Projects Include “Great Undoing”
Fixing decorating and remodeling mistakes ranks high for homeowners’ “To-Do” lists, says new Thumbtack study. Homeowners are getting busy this spring and summer with all kinds of repair and remodeling projects, many of which involve bringing in tradespeople to do the dirty work. A big job for many will be undoing previous design choices they […]
Here Are the Seven Chairs That Changed the World
Noted design writer Witold Rybczynski looks at the most important chairs in the history of seating. Spoiler alert: six of them are made of wood. It may not be the most chart topping ranking out there but to those who make and sell them—not to mention the people and companies that supply the raw materials […]
The Power of Adding Accessories to Your Design
Manufacturers of higher-end furniture components and architectural hardware increasingly are shaping interior design trends through customization at levels approaching bespoke production. At a time when custom design solutions achieve levels of personalization previously unimagined, the Mockett Company, who will be showing in Building C, Level 1 — C2622 at IWF 2024, offers a galaxy of options […]