Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
If you’ve ever stood in the lumber aisle wondering which wood to buy, this video breaks it all down. I’ll walk you through the different types of tree wood you can buy, the various forms lumber comes in (including options that aren’t solid wood), and how to choose the right material for indoor vs. outdoor projects.
You’ll learn:
The differences between common wood species
How to pick wood that will last outdoors
How to understand the various forms lumber comes in
Tips for staining
Real examples of DIY projects using each type of wood
Whether you’re building furniture, tackling home projects, or just getting started with woodworking, this guide will help you avoid mistakes and choose the perfect wood for your project.
If you enjoy DIY builds, woodworking basics, and project tips, make sure to subscribe for more!
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Checking boards in the store
2:55 Wood knots
6:20 Various Forms of Wood
13:16 Common wood species
16:15 Staining
19:32 Soft vs Hard Wood
21:45 Things to consider - personal choice
22:35 Painting wood
If you’ve ever stood in the lumber aisle wondering which wood to buy, this video breaks it all down. I’ll walk you through the different types of tree wood you can buy, the various forms lumber comes in (including options that aren’t solid wood), and how to choose the right material for indoor vs. outdoor projects.
You’ll learn:
The differences between common wood species
How to pick wood that will last outdoors
How to understand the various forms lumber comes in
Tips for staining
Real examples of DIY projects using each type of wood
Whether you’re building furniture, tackling home projects, or just getting started with woodworking, this guide will help you avoid mistakes and choose the perfect wood for your project.
If you enjoy DIY builds, woodworking basics, and project tips, make sure to subscribe for more!
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Checking boards in the store
2:55 Wood knots
6:20 Various Forms of Wood
13:16 Common wood species
16:15 Staining
19:32 Soft vs Hard Wood
21:45 Things to consider - personal choice
22:35 Painting wood
