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Plywood Explained: What It Is, How It’s Made, and Its Uses for Builders

MDF vs. Particle Board: A Comprehensive Comparison of Two Popular Engineered Wood Panels

What Is Tubular Particle Board and Where Is It Commonly Used?

buildings made of wood

LVL Explained: What Laminated Veneer Lumber Is and How It’s Used

What Are the Most Popular Materials for Interior Mouldings?

Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) vs. Plywood

Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) vs. Plywood: A Complete Comparison Guide

How to Choose Door Casings: Style Matching and Installation Tips for Every Design

Melamine Laminate vs. PVC Wrap: Key Differences in Door Surface Finishes

MDF, HDF, Solid Wood: Which Material Is Best for Mouldings?

Which Material Is Most Affected by Raw Material Price Fluctuations: MDF, Particle Board, or Plywood?

Pre-Hung vs. RTA Doors: Which One Fits Your Project Best?

How to Measure Rough Openings to Avoid Mistakes When Ordering Doors?

What Is the Difference Between Shaker Doors and Imitation Shaker Molded Doors?

Why Kitchen Cabinets Are Important

Which Kitchen Cabinet Material Is Best?

Where Builders Should Invest in 2025: Rural vs Urban Housing Trends

Top Interior Design Trends for 2025 Builders Should Follow

Transitional Shaker Style Home-uwg

Transitional Style Home Guide: Balancing Modern and Classic Design

A modern kitchen

Shaker Style Home: Complete Guide to Matching Cabinets, Doors, and Trim

A white shaker door

North American Interior Door Trends 2025: Modern, Shaker, Barn & Craftsman Styles Market Insights

Installation of skirting boards

Are Bigger Baseboards and Clean Casings the Top Moulding Trends of 2025?

OSB

Why Engineered Wood Like LVL Is Taking Over North American Construction

Simple style cabinets

What Are the Best Cabinet Materials and Styles for Builders in 2025?

Comfortable interior space

How Do You Combine Doors, Mouldings, and Flooring for a Cohesive Interior Design?

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Design Building Smarter in 2025: Choosing Cost-Effective Materials Amid Home Price Adjustments

Cabinets of different styles

What’s Trending in Cabinet Styles for 2025? A Builder’s Guide to Modern Choices

Brick red double barn doors

Barn Doors in Contemporary Homes: How to Blend Rustic Charm with Minimalist Design

shaker door

Why Are Shaker Doors the Perfect Match for Modern Farmhouse and Transitional Styles?

What Are the Top 5 Door Types Most Commonly Used by Developers?

Classic American Style Color Guide: How to Match Doors, Walls, and Flooring

Which door hinge supports the most weight

Door Hinges with Springs: A Quick Guide

spring hinges vs standard hinges what to choose

What Are the Best Hinges for Heavy Doors? [Contractor’s Buying Guide]

A Spiced Cider Door

Trendy Interior Door Paint Colors for 2025

front door with sidelights

Matte or Satin Finish: Choosing the Right Paint for Interior Doors

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Can One Person Install a Door? Tips for Installing Prehung Doors Solo

A black interior door handles

Can Interior Door Handles Be Used Outside – Pros and Cons

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Why Are Interior Doors Closing by Themselves on My Construction Site?

Door with wood grain texture

What Is the Most Common Interior Door Size?

UWG Door hinges

6 Types of Door Hinges Every Builder Should Know

UWG丨A fire-rated door

When Are Fire-Rated Doors Required and How Do You Choose the Right One?

What Is a Fiberglass Door？

What Are the Functions of Entry, Bathroom, Passage, and Dummy Door Locks?

Shaker Door Structure Explained: Why It Fits 90% of North American Projects

Knock Down vs. Prehung Doors: What’s the Difference?

Door hinges

How to Choose the Right Door Hinge Size and Number Based on Door Height and Thickness

Headboards and Bed Surrounds

Can Flooring Be Used on Walls – Expert Interior Design Tips

Engineered Wood Flooring and Laminate Flooring

What’s the Difference Between Engineered Wood Flooring and Laminate Flooring?

How Do You Choose the Right Flooring Material for Each Construction Project?

Flooring Thickness and Wear Layer: What Do They Really Mean?

What Are the Most Popular Flooring Colors in North American Projects for 2025?

Worker fixing door frame with nail gun

How to Install Pre-Hung Interior Doors: Step-by-Step Guide for Wholesalers and Builders

What Are the Hidden Costs When Ordering Doors in Bulk?

Installing Barn Doors? Don’t Make This Common Mistake!

How the Right Door Hardware Extends Lifespan and lmproves Everyday Use

Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Door Openings Correctly for Perfect Door Fit

How to Know if You Need a Prehung Door?

Molded doors being produced at the UWG factory

Is UWG a manufacturer of building materials?

building materials

How Can Builders Adjust Construction Budgets Amid Rising Material Inflation?

Materials in the UWG factory

Expert Guide to Door Frames: Materials, Types, and How to Install Them Right

A walnut colored front door

Builder’s Guide to Selecting Durable and Cost-Effective Doors

UWG's UV spraying production line

Builder-Friendly Support: UWG’s Guidance From Selection to Installation

UWG factory

What is UWG?

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Why Are Home Construction Costs So High in 2025?

Builders on construction site

What Are the Best Procurement Strategies for Builders in 2025 to Cut Costs and Save Time?

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Why Builders Should Prioritize Factory-Direct Sourcing for Better Pricing

Doors stacked in the UWG factory

Builder’s Guide to Sourcing Molded Doors: Key Factors to Consider

Apartment

Why Is Apartment Construction Rising in Smaller Cities – And What Should Builders Know?

Why Do Some Customers Return to Us After Switching Suppliers? Here’s the Reason!

Tower crane at sunset

How Can Construction Businesses Win Repeat Customers by Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency?

Doors palletized at the UWG factory

Simplify Your Bulk Orders: Doors, Cabinets, Flooring & Mouldings in One Place

House under construction

Rising Lumber Costs: Cost-Effective Wood Material Solutions for Builders and Contractors

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