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Why Is There A Ban On Rosewood Furniture?
Rosewood is one of the most sought-after woods in the world. But the wood is also becomIng rare and precious. There is a ban on the rosewood species of wood; rosewood has been placed on the endangered species list. Rosewood has suffered from overharvesting and illegally logging; species of genuine rosewood are now almost extinct.…
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Is Horsehair Used In Upholstery?
If you own an old settee or upholstery piece of furniture, you may find that it looks like horsehair is the stuffing for the furniture when you open it. As this was used long ago, finding a sofa with horsehair is not common. Horsehair is found today in mainly antique furniture that has been restored.…
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About Vietnamese Lacquer Furniture And Accessories
Vietnamese is one of the places worldwide that continues to produce traditional types of lacquer furniture, wall art, mirrors, and accessories. The Vietnamese lacquer finish is unique and stunning. Lacquer is a highly versatile technique used to manufacture furniture, home decor, and home furnishing accessories. Lacquerware is a product that is steeped in the traditions…
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Can I Put A Clearcoat On Top Of Lacquer Paint?
There can be quite a bit of confusion about whether or not you can put a clear coat on top of lacquer paint. We produce a lot of 100% genuine lacquer, so this is our experience and what we do for our production. We spray a PU topcoat on top of our lacquer products. But…
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Differences Between UL, CSA and ETL Certifications
When looking at the different certifications for consumer products, it is good to understand some of the differences between the UL, CSA, and ETL marks. The UL, CSA, and ETL marks are necessary certifications for consumer products. The UL, CSA, and ETL certifications are all tested and produced up to the same standard and testing;…
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Is The UL Rating Acceptable In Canada?
Even though Canada is just North of the United States, many people want to know and understand if the UL rating is accepted in Canada or if another safety mark is used in the Canadian market. The UL rating is only for the United States and is not used in Canada, but Canada does have…
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Is UL Approval Required On All Items Sold In The USA?
When looking at consumer and other electrical products sold in the United States, many people want to understand if UL approval is required for any items sold in the United States. A product sold in the United States does not need UL approval; no law mandates that a product must have UL approval to be…
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Basket Weaving As A Small Scale Industry, Why It Matters
The other day, I was at a small basket weaving factory with which we are developing some products. As I watched these artisans weaving their baskets, I thought about why basket weaving is an essential small-scale industry and why it matters. Basket weaving is a small-scale industry that matters because it is one industry that…
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5 Types of Seagrass Weaving Styles You Need to Know
Many people may not realize that several types of seagrass basket weaving in Vietnam are used for production. Not all seagrass materials are precisely the same. Five basic seagrass weaving materials or styles are used to weave all seagrass baskets and other Home Decor products. All of these use seagrass material, but their material can…
