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Understanding Timber - A Brief Overview | Gillys Australia The timber industry is a rapidly evolving one. In the last few decades, modern innovations such as automated machines and advanced technologies have made it more efficient than ever before. This article provides you with an overview of what timber is and how we can use it to produce some amazing products.

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For the purposes of this blog, we will be talking about hemp oil in the context of timber finishing. It is well known for its health benefits as a source of beneficial fats and as a skin moisturiser (you can certainly use our product in these ways as it is completely food safe) but perhaps, less well-known as a wonderful, natural, VOC-free alternative to a polyurethane finish.

When hot cups or even cold drinks are left on furniture, they can sometimes leave an unsightly white or pale mark. This is where the moisture sneaks in under the surface finish but not into the timber. Hot or cold drinks spilling directly onto the surface also cause these white marks. There are a few ways to tackle these, which are very effective.