GOATs have suddenly become trendy. Not the hoofed, horned, iron-gutted variety but the Greatest of All Time variety. This type of GOAT is popping up all over the place, most notably in sports (e.g. Michael Jordan) but also literature (Shakespeare), singers (Aretha Franklin), conquerors (Genghis Khan), ice cream flavors (Vanilla), rappers (Vanilla Ice…..). OK, there can be … [Read More...] about Wood – The Designer’s GOAT
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The Earthly Miracle of Wood
On this Earth Day, we at TerraMai are reminded that wood lies at the heart of the human experience. From the very origins of our species (whether we came down from the tree tops or took the Adam, Eve & Tree route) to the boundless wood objects, artifacts, structures and materials that adorn our lives, wood provides a unique and limitless source of beauty and utility. Wood … [Read More...] about The Earthly Miracle of Wood
Speed
Speed kills. In the construction industry, it kills anyone who lacks it. In an ever changing world, where multi-tasking and constant deadlines are the reality, it is our job to make sure we are never the bottleneck. Reclaimed and sustainably sourced wood is what we do. Our mission is to travel around the country and globe, seeking out the best sources of forgotten wood, … [Read More...] about Speed
Ipe is Dead
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! “Ipe is Dead”. Now that’s a sensational headline...If only it were true. An ipe purchase contributes to deforestation, and the likelihood of illegal logging and forged documents is high. It’s a risky purchase. Especially if you need FSC certification, you’ll find those documents are hard to come by. Ipe has a dark side that everyone should … [Read More...] about Ipe is Dead
Earth Day
Earth Day is upon us, and it is time once again to give our support and attention to environmental protection. With that said, TerraMai will be launching a new sustainable product line of tropical hardwoods that could one day lead to the end of rainforest destruction. Stay tuned! For me, Earth Day is a not only a time to celebrate this beautiful planet we all call home, it … [Read More...] about Earth Day
How to Choose Reclaimed Wood Flooring
Reclaimed wood flooring is a unique, organic, and natural design element. Choose wisely and wood floors are a highly sustainable and durable flooring option even in high traffic commercial settings. Asking and answering key questions at the beginning of your project will ensure your floor not only looks great at installation but in the months and years to follow. When choosing … [Read More...] about How to Choose Reclaimed Wood Flooring
