South African Pine: An Affordable, Versatile, and Sustainable Softwood Solution

South African Pine, commonly referred to as SA Pine, encompasses several non-native species that have become integral to the country’s timber industry. The primary species cultivated are Pinus pinaster (Maritime Pine) and Pinus radiata (Radiata Pine), both introduced centuries ago and now extensively grown in plantations across South Africa. Origins and Growth Timber Characteristics Applications […]
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 […]
The Dowel behind the Broom: The Critical Role of Dowels

Dowels, these simple, cylindrical pieces of wood, play a surprisingly important role in many everyday cleaning and gardening tools. From brooms and mops to rakes and feather dusters, dowels provide essential support and structure. Dowels in Brooms, Mops, Rakes and Spades Dowels in Feather Dusters Dowels in Other Cleaning Tools Why Dowels? Dowels are a […]
5 Easy Ways to Maximize Kitchen Storage with Dowels

Dowels are versatile tools in kitchen storage. They can be used to create custom racks for organizing pot lids, baking sheets, and cutting boards. Simply install dowels vertically or horizontally in cabinets or drawers to keep items neatly separated and easily accessible. They can also serve as a convenient way to hang utensils, mugs, or […]
Dowels Love Pets 4 Ever

Dowels are commonly used in pet products for various purposes, including structural support, assembly, and functionality. Here are a few ways dowels are utilized in pet products: Overall, dowels are valued in pet products for their strength, versatility, and ease of use, contributing to the safety and enjoyment of pets.