FAQ #3: Can Your Wood Products Be Used On Exterior Areas?
Our custom wood products can be used on exterior areas, but due to the longevity of the product life cycle, we recommend that the product not be directly exposed to UV or weather conditions. Because of this, you’ll often see our wood product installed on a canopy or porte cochere. While all of our wood […]
Custom Wood Products – Softwoods or Hardwoods for Your Next Design?
Choosing hardwoods versus softwoods for your next design can seem like a daunting task, from hardwoods to softwoods, to species and color, the options are endless. At Rulon International, we’re more than just a manufacturer, we’re your trusted experts in the field too. That’s why we work with only the best materials, so you can […]
3 Places Quality Acoustics Matter
Many sustainable certification systems, such as LEED, have credits for acoustical performance. At Rulon International, we engineer wood products with acoustics in mind, so you can get a beautiful result and quality acoustics while accruing credits toward a sustainable building. Looking to make big waves with your next project? Design a space with acoustics and […]
Sustainable Wood Systems for Your Build
The GSA says that “…a sustainable design philosophy encourages decisions at each phase of the design process that will reduce negative impacts on the environment and the health of the occupants, without compromising the bottom line.” If you’re working to achieve sustainability in your design, there are many features you can incorporate, including wood tiles. […]
FAQ #2: Can You Do Custom Colors or Color Match?
To create the best wood ceiling and wood wall systems requires a level of design knowledge and commitment unparalleled in our industry. We offer a wide range of custom and set standard finishes that you can browse in our Wood Color Selection Guide. We know how important it is to get the exact products you […]
Designing Indoor Spaces for the Future: Beautiful and Sustainable Wood Options
There are many factors to consider when designing an indoor space, such as lighting, budget, and design trends. One factor that many people overlook is considering sustainability and incorporating natural materials like wood ceilings and beams. Including sustainable wood elements in your design can not only improve the overall design of the space, but also […]
Improving Indoor Air Quality with Sustainable Wood Building Materials
Sustainable wood building materials are not only good for the environment, but they can also improve indoor air quality (IAQ), as well as indoor environmental quality. This can contribute to the health of the building occupants, so it’s important to plan with IAQ in mind. By choosing materials that take into consideration IAQ, like wood […]
Sustainable Wood Building Products for Commercial Projects
These days, most companies have made it a point to focus on reducing their overall effect on the environment. As a result, they’re able to positively contribute toward the three pillars of sustainability (people, planet, and profits). One way for companies to do this is by opting for sustainable wood building products and other sustainable […]
10 Wood Ceiling and Wall Design Ideas
Ceilings and walls are frequently overlooked in the design process, but they can actually help define a space, and even take it to the next level. Wood is the ideal material choice for many designers because it’s a warm, classic choice that’s always in style; and, no matter how they’re used, wood features always make […]
