by ssbhayani | Oct 16, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Why “grain popping” is emerging as a must-do step in wood finishing A design trend is quietly gaining momentum among architects, finishers, and DIYers alike: applying a prefinish water “pop” to open up wood grain and let the stain truly sing. The technique—often... by ssbhayani | Oct 2, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
A Golden Opportunity for Appearance-Grade Lumber HGTV designer Mika Kleinschmidt, star of 100 Day Dream Home, has declared it: wood paneling is making a comeback. In a recent interview with Country Living, Kleinschmidt noted that while shiplap has dominated design... by ssbhayani | Sep 15, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Dolly Varden Siding — A Classic Profile The name Dolly Varden carries history, craftsmanship, and color—appearing both in the world of architecture and in the streams of the North Pacific. In New England, Dolly Varden refers to a beloved lumber profile in eastern... by ssbhayani | Sep 2, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
David Baker Architects’ conversion of a 1900s masonry building in Birmingham, Alabama, into the new Wyatt Builds headquarters demonstrates how adaptive reuse can be both resourceful and deeply human in character. The 5,530-square-foot office, completed in 2024,... by ssbhayani | Jul 24, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
As children we dreamed of building tree houses. Then why as adults when we actually have the means and wherewithal do we settle for anything less than wood? If your house is made out of wood, congratulations: You Live In A Treehouse! In Portland Oregon’s verdant... by ssbhayani | Jul 16, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Look at this serene lakeside retreat by Disbrow Iannuzzi that not only looks stunning but feels deeply human—rooted in nature, storytelling, and the timeless beauty of wood. It’s also a masterclass in how wood and biophilia can be woven together: Warm, tactile ash...