Among the various families of advanced materials that have received critical attention, engineered lightweight materials (ELMs) have been acknowledged as key enablers of sustainable solutions. From ...

Back in the day, if you built furniture out of plywood, you always hid it under a pretty veneer. But not anymore. Today, the ...

3M (St. Paul, Minnesota / USA; www.mmm.com) has introduced a reinforced, lightweight and rot-resistant PU foam as an alternative to plywood for use in structural and semi-structural applications. The ...

It can often be hard to make design choices for your space. However, HGTV's Nate Berkus has some key mistakes you can avoid ...

Designed to be small, lightweight, and pocket-sized, compact binoculars often can't rival bigger models in terms of magnification or image quality—but that's not to say there aren't some ...

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Searching for the best lightweight laptop? Looking for the ultimate ultrabook? Want all the power you need for work and/or gaming on the go, in a device that won’t tear the seams of your shoulder ...

Furniture trends for 2025 might feel like the best kind of déjà vu. We’ve welcomed comforting furnishings back into our homes over the past few years, ditched the all-white palette, and embraced ...

“Mobile and lightweight furniture allows for easy rearrangement, supporting a more dynamic and adaptable classroom setup. Schools are increasingly focused on preparing students for the real world by ...