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Have you ever looked out at your usually normal tree only to find it draped in hundreds or thousands of eerie looking webs? No, you are not going crazy. Chances are your tree has been visited by seasonal bugs. Typically, Eastern tent caterpillars or fall webworms are the cause of web covered trees. When they visit, they spin nets that resemble spider webs. Five Star Tree Services has put together a quick guide on everything you need to know about web-making caterpillars and how to deal with them. Eastern Tent Caterpillars vs. Fall Webworms Both of these pests look similar but there are some differences that set them apart. Eastern tent caterpillars are also called spring webworms. This is mainly because they are often found feeding during the spring seasons, while fall webworms as the name suggest, tend to appear in the autumn months. The webs of the two pests look different from each other. The eastern tent caterpillar webs have a thick texture that looks like cotton, while the fall webworms have webs that more resemble tulle. Both also prefer to reside in different parts of the tree. Eastern tent caterpillars love to hang out where branches connect, called tree pockets. Fall webworms, on the other hand, like to hang out on the tips of branches. Each has a different set of preferred tree species for their meals. Fall webworms like more than 100 different types of trees, but they are most often found on: Black Walnut Trees Hickory Trees Wild Cherry Trees Pecan Trees Sweetgum Trees Persimmon Trees Mulberry Trees Oak Trees Pecan Trees Eastern tent caterpillars also consume many different species of tree, but are most often found on: Apple Trees Crabapple Trees Wild Cherry Trees Ash Trees Maple Trees How to Remove Webworms & Tent Caterpillars Before you start freaking out about your Halloween tree that suddenly decided to appear in the spring or early fall, it is important to note that these bugs won’t harm your tree. They look gross and will eat a large portion of your leaves, but there are no harmful side effects otherwise. With that out of the way, getting rid of the webs is pretty simple. You can just remove them by hand and toss them into a bucket of detergent water to prevent sticking. You can also you the end of a stick or broom if you would prefer to avoid touching the sticky webs. For higher branches, we suggest calling a local arborist for assistance to prevent accidental falls. How to Prevent Webworms & Tent Caterpillar Infestations If you don’t want to deal with these webs at all, you can prevent an infestation in advance. In the winter, check your trees for tent caterpillar eggs. They are usually reddish in colour and a bit shiny. They can be found along the tree branches and scraped off. Fall webworm eggs look like green clumps and can be found on the bottom of leaves in the summertime. If you are unsure, or if you simply don’t want to deal with the problem on your own, Five Star Tree Services can help. Give us a call at (416) 990-3355 to find out more about our Toronto tree removal and tree care services today.

Naturally simple, the TK Pad is settled organically into a reddish-brown butte 10 miles south of Jackson. From its unadorned and earthy materials—most notably the post-tensioned rammed earth walls, patented by the architect and used here for the first time—to its butte-side orientation, the residence is in harmony with its environment for a successful design that won the architects an Award of Excellence in the “Built” category from the Wyoming chapter of the American Institute of Architects.

The original kitchen had all bland reddish oak cabinets that blended directly with the existing wood floors. The existing cabinets and island made the kitchen look extra small and there was no design interest whatsoever. The countertops were very dated and worn. There was no backsplash, the existing range was very dated, and the cabinets lacked hardware or character. We refinished the cabinets a fresh white finish, added gold hardware to give it a modern feel, and added a simple white subway tile in herringbone pattern. We added molding to the tops of the cabinets to make them look larger and also added trim to the island to give it more character. We added a fresh quartz countertop, a modern farmhouse sink, a new range and hood, and a champagne gold faucet to tie everything together. Jessica Downey Photo

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The condominium entry hosts both a small kitchen and this credenza opposite. It is an elegant way to provide significant extra storage and serve as additional counter space. Jim Houston

Accoya wood was selected for the Squirrel Hill Passive House in Pittsburgh. Homeowner Lucyna de Barbaro chose the rich, reddish-brown stained Accoya wood exterior. She says, “We have a huge specialty here. It’s a unique house with a high level of detailing that went into it. … It’s stunning.” The duplex is the first certified passive house in Squirrel Hill and one of just half a dozen in the Pittsburgh area, notes lead architect Erik Fritzberg of Dunn and Associates, who estimates the abode’s heat recovery and ventilation systems will be 92 percent efficient and that the house will use about as much energy as a hair dryer to heat and cool.

Tigerwood is an exotic wood species that is best known for its beautiful grain. With its deep reddish/orange background with dark vein striping, it is a dramatic and durable hardwood.

When planning and designing a dream house there is so much time, money and effort put into it. The effort and planning are not overlooked when the final product is complete. This house below is incredible down to the tiniest details. These clients came to Ancient Elements Stoneworks in the beginning stages of designing their house, during this time they were able to meet with the trained experts about color tones, different edge details, and look at several types of materials. From there the client’s dreams start to unfold. It started in the kitchen where they did a granite called Cinderella Dream to pull in the colors of the beautiful Wyoming landscape that surround their house, with a dark blue gray cabinet, light colored stacked stone, and burnt reddish orange as the wall color. When described it may sound like a lot of different colors but when it is all put together it becomes a kitchen that belongs in a magazine.

The archway opens to a formal dining room in which we installed wide plank Mahogany flooring. Its slightly reddish glow combines well with the ebony dining table and chairs.

Massaranduba Wood Siding Installation Contractor - Massaranduba is one of the hardest and most durable timber species in the world. It is considered a cost-effective substitute for Ipe wood decking in some applications. With a reddish brown hue and straight grain, Massaranduba wood siding has been nicknamed “Brazilian Redwood.” It is naturally durable and resistant to rot and decay, making it an excellent choice for exterior applications. It not only lasts a long time, but has the beauty of an interior hardwood. Massaranduba is another popular natural alternative to PVC or composite products. It outlasts other popular wood decking species such as treated Pine, Cedar, American Redwood and Douglas Fir. Massaranduba siding has become an extremely popular choice for residential and commercial buildings. Premium hardwood siding offers a featured architectural element while lasting many years in service due to its superior technical properties. Siding made out of naturally durable hardwoods have proven themselves time and again. By using a 100% natural wood product, you can recycle and reuse the product at the end of its life cycle. If you are interested in replacing your siding, let us give you a FREE ESTIMATE and one of our experienced project managers can go over your project today. You can also take a look at our reviews online to see what other customers are saying,

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Weathered Antique Box Beams in tobacco brown tones with heavy checking, original saw marks, and aged surface texture run in a coffered grid pattern across the ceiling of this transitional open concept kitchen. Reclaimed wood flooring in rich reddish brown with natural color variation from wide resawn planks completes the warm material palette underfoot, creating a cohesive reclaimed wood story from floor to ceiling. The coordinated tobacco brown tones across ceiling beams and wide plank flooring pair beautifully with the white cabinetry and black island accents, proving that reclaimed wood is just as much at home in a refined transitional kitchen as it is in a rustic one. At Manomin Resawn Timbers, every piece goes through a detailed process of denailing, kiln drying, and precision milling so that antique character is preserved while performing beautifully in a modern home. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, or a homeowner looking for a coordinated reclaimed wood ceiling beam and flooring package for a kitchen or open concept living space, Manomin Resawn Timbers has been helping people discover the antique charm of reclaimed wood since 2002. We serve homebuilders, contractors, and designers across the country. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message to get started. Mark D. Williams Custom Home

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Big Leaf Maple differs from the better know “hard” Maple and “soft” Maple. It can contain dramatic, highly figured grain as seen here, and a range of color tones from golden to reddish brown. The raw edge of this type of wood is as dramatic as any you will find will find anywhere. Hand rubbed oil finish was applied which looks gorgeous and will provide years of protection. This live edge beauty is the center of attention at dinner parties and other gatherings. Greenwood Bay is custom woodworking studio that specializes in live edge furniture. We create stunning furniture widest assortment of unique and specialty woods available anywhere.