Dowels vs Biscuits vs Dominoes – Which one is Strongest?
Check out this super strength test by Rag ‘n’ Bone Brown, where he puts dowels, biscuits, and dominoes to the ultimate challenge! Which one do you think came out on top? Watch the video and let us know your thoughts in the comments!
The Power of the Little Things: Why Dowels Are Essential in Big Projects
At first glance, a timber dowel might seem inconsequential, easy to overlook among the large beams, panels, and fasteners in a woodworking or construction project. But don’t be fooled—dowels may be small, but they play a crucial role in holding huge projects together! Strength in Simplicity Dowels are the quiet achievers of woodworking, carpentry, and […]
Dowel & Co: Your Ultimate Source for Local Quality Dowels
When it comes to premium craftsmanship and durability, Dowel & Co. stands as the trusted name in quality dowels. As a proudly South African company, we take pride in manufacturing precision-crafted dowels that meet the highest industry standards. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every dowel we produce is strong, reliable, and made to last. […]
The Role of Timber Products in South Africa’s Economy
South Africa’s timber industry is more than just a key economic sector—it’s a vital part of the nation’s growth, sustainability, and employment landscape. From furniture manufacturing to construction, timber products play an essential role in driving local economies and providing opportunities for businesses and individuals alike. Here, we explore the significant impact of timber on […]
Hello 2025: A Year of Dowels and Dreams!
As the calendar flips to a brand-new year, there’s an undeniable buzz of excitement in the air. It’s a time to reflect, reset, and rejuvenate. Here’s to embracing new opportunities, fresh starts, and mustering the courage to chase what truly sets our souls on fire. Every year brings with it a sense of possibility—a blank […]
A Grateful Thank You to Matus South Africa for an Unforgettable Trade Show Experience!
A huge thank you to Matus South Africa for the spectacular Cape Town finish to your annual Trade Show! Your impeccable attention to detail and genuine dedication to making every moment memorable made the experience truly exceptional. We had a huge success showcasing our concept dowel stand, designed to store dowels horizontally, saving space while […]
Let’s use Dowels & Recycled Materials to Craft a Useful Container
For plants, stationery, make-up, utensils or anything else.
Contemporary Horizontal Dowel Stand: Compact, Versatile, and Warp-Free Storage!
Dowel stands traditionally store dowels vertically, but this can lead to warping or buckling, especially with slow-moving stock. To address this, we teamed up with Matus and Active Concepts to design a compact, lightweight stand that stores dowels horizontally. This distributes the weight across a larger surface area, reducing stress on any single point and […]
Celebrating Creativity and Connections at the Matus Johannesburg Trade Show: A Colourful Success for Dowel & Co.
2024 marked our debut at the Matus Johannesburg Trade Show. The theme, “A Colour Festival,” was inspired by Matus’ new corporate colours. Active Concepts did an outstanding job designing and constructing our stand. We spent a labour-intensive weekend sanding and painting rebated MDF boards that represented our dowels. On Wednesday, October 2nd, we packed up […]
See Our Dowel Making Process at a Glance
