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
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.
Is reclaimed timber cost effective?
The answer is yes, but we understand you might want a bit more information about how and why! Read on to learn more…
There are always new things to learn at Among The Trees!
We’ve got a great bunch of new courses available for bookings. Read more to find out…
We’re open for 2025
We’re back in action for 2025!
A bundle of wood-related jokes for your holidays
While we take some time with our friends and family, we thought we'd share a few high quality wood jokes to wrap up the year...
Where can you get (literally) among the trees: Inner Sydney
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 right here in inner Sydney.
Artist spotlight: Liz Steel
We're looking at artists that we love! Today we’re featuring Liz Steel, whose illustrations of Australian native species are fantastic and informative.
Where does new timber come from today?
Our end of year dates for 2024
We’re taking a short break over the end-of-year holidays, but will be back in action soon, and can’t wait to see you then!
Makersville announcement
We’re part of Makersville creative market trail for 2024. Read on to find out more and apply for a market stall!
Our 5th Offcut Challenge - Winners and more (Copy)
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.
Initiatives we love: Circle Paints
We're looking at local initiatives we love! Today we highlight the team at Circle Paints and the importance of reuse in all kinds of materials.
Meet our team: Liz Duck-Chong
As part of a new series, we’re excited to introduce you to our team. Meet Liz, one of our founders who works across a range of departments.
We’re part of Sydney Craft Week 2024!
We’re part of Sydney Craft Week this year. Read on to learn more about what we’re doing and what else is on.
Is recycled timber a good alternative to engineered stone benchtops?
As engineered stone is now banned in Australia, it’s worth understanding the alternatives. In this article we look at how recycled Australian hardwood is an ideal replacement in your new project.
Talking about reuse in NSW
With the launch of the new Measuring Reuse Activity And Impacts in NSW report, we’re reflecting on reuse in our business and our communities…
How do we tell timber species apart in our shop?
Even as a timber shop, it can be hard to tell apart different species. Read about our process and our philosophy on timber identification!