You don’t have to be a farmer to find uses for wood shavings. While they’re a great option for animal bedding, they’re also useful in many other applications as well. At GI Shavings, based in Hallandale, FL, they know that sawdust and wood chips are quite versatile and can be used effectively in both private and commercial settings.

Among the many different potential uses for wood shavings, they highlight the following key ideas:

• Starting a Fire: If you own a wood-burning stove, outdoor fire pit, or similar fixture, wood chips are especially helpful when it comes to getting a fire started and keeping it going. They reduce the amount of time and labor spent on splitting wood logs, making it easier to enjoy the comfort of a relaxing fire.
• Landscaping Ideas: Wood shavings are, in general, very useful when it comes to landscape design. You could use them to create a walking path that isn’t vulnerable to erosion, mix them with mulch for your garden, or even use them as an alternative to salt during the winter months. They add traction to your surfaces, but generally look more appealing than salt and are much better for the plants on your property. Plants that need a more acidic diet also respond very well to wood shavings.
• Protecting Concrete Surfaces: If you have a concrete floor anywhere on your property, especially if it’s in a spot where it may be vulnerable to damage (such as a garage or machine shop), spreading a layer of wood chips or sawdust around the floor will help to protect it from further damage.

There are many potential uses for wood shavings. No matter what your plans are, the team at GI Shavings, in Hallandale, FL, will equip you with exactly what you need for your project. Contact them online for more info, or call (954) 541-9957.