THE BENEFITS OF COLLECTING RAINWATER
/in Rainwater Collection, Water Tanks /by adminNovember 13th, 2013 forestlumber Conservation of natural resources is one of the most obvious reasons to harvest rainwater. It’s becoming increasingly clear that water is not the infinite resource we once believed it to be. As municipal agencies struggle to meet our 21st century needs, collecting rainwater at home reduces the amount that needs to be delivered, […]
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF SAUNAS
/in Health Benefits, Saunas /by adminOctober 14th, 2013 forestlumber The handcrafted cedar barrel saunas available at Forest Lumber & Cooperage make us proud. However, it’s not only the top-grade materials and high performance that we believe in. More importantly, we can attest to the wonderful health benefits and feelings of well-being that our saunas can provide. So what exactly happens to […]
HISTORY OF CEDAR BARREL HOT TUBS
/in History /by adminOctober 3rd, 2013 forestlumber The people of Japan have been using wooden baths for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. The baths are called “ofuros”. Traditionally, the Japanese shower before entering their wooden bath. The bath is used for a relaxing hot water soak. Even to this day, most Japanese households have a wooden soaking tub. […]