Word from the Wood
The Among The Trees blog
Browse by topic: Timber information • Woodwork tips and information • Events and offcut challenges • Reading lists • Shop and business updates • DIY and home renovation
Is plywood better or worse that solid timber?
We often get asked if people should use plywood or solid timber for their project – there’s a few things to consider, which we explore more in this blog post.
We’re looking for the Best Tree in the Inner West, and we need your help!
We’re part of the Makersville creative winter market trail for 2025! Read on to find out more!
Where can you get (literally) among the trees: North Sydney and beyond
Love reclaimed timber but looking for a slightly more… natural way to get Among The Trees? We’ve got some hot tips on tree-hugging spots to the northern end of town.
A reading list on climate
We’ve been reading a lot of articles lately, and want to share some of our favourites with you! This time we’re looking at climate reading.
Project showcase: Kitchen bench install in Marrickville
This project showcase blog we’re looking at a beautiful kitchen install in Marrickville featuring our Aussie red hardwood mix.
Introducing: Finished - a web series we love!
We’re so excited about the launch of a new webseries: Finished. Presented by one of our wonderful course teachers and directed by our own Liz, it’s a comprehensive guide to wood and wood finishes!
Collection diary: Tamarama
Collections are a big part of how we operate at Among The Trees, and this one out in Tamarama last month was a particularly special one!
How do our floating shelves work?
We love floating shelves, and want to share with you a bit about how they’re installed and what’s possible for your home. Read on to find out more…
We’re now sourcing large quantities of flooring and decking!
Our opening hours are changing! Read on to find out how it might affect you, and why we’re shifting things up a bit!
Sawdust chat and Permaculture at the Pub!
Mark from @plantbasedmale dropped into the shop today to collect some wood shavings for his compost pile and tell us a bit about his upcoming event Permaculture at the Pub!
Project showcase: Kitchen bench install in Haberfield
This project showcase blog we’re looking at a beautiful kitchen install in Haberfield featuring our Aussie pale hardwood mix.
Makersville are hosting a winter markets this year!
We’re part of the Makersville creative winter market trail for 2025! Read on to find out more!
Our opening hours are changing!
Our opening hours are changing! Read on to find out how it might affect you, and why we’re shifting things up a bit!
Meet our team: Luke
As part of a new series, we’re excited to introduce you to our team. Meet Luke, our courses and classroom manager!
Staying safe while woodworking: what PPE do you need and when do you need it?
PPE isn’t the most sexy or fun thing to buy for your shop, but it’s one of the most important. Read on to learn more…
Our 6th Offcut Challenge - Winners and more
Our latest offcut challenge exhibition is in our gallery! Read on to find out this challenge’s winners and see some of the amazing entries.
What are our standard timber sizes at Among The Trees?
We stock a range of standard sizes in the shop in softwood and hardwood - read on to find out why they’re the sizes they are and what else we can produce at Among The Trees
How much should you sand a piece of wood?
We get asked a lot about sanding: how to do it, what to avoid, and what does all the terminology mean? Read on to find the answers to your sanding-related questions!
What wood should you use for what project?
It can be confusing to know what timber to use for what job, but you don’t have to be in the dark any longer! We’ll help demystify the world of timber uses.
Meet our team: Scott Davey aka chuff
As part of a new series, we’re excited to introduce you to our team. Meet Scott, a wonder in our shop and a man of many excellent quotable wisdoms.