What’s all the buzz about salt-water pools? An increasing number of homeowners are opting for this non-traditional type of pool. Of course, many love that they use salt rather than chlorine to sanitize the water. But before you jump in and make a commitment to having a salt-water pool installed, you want to make sure […]
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Avoiding 3 Potential Household Electrical Hazards
In this entry, we’re going to discuss three common household hazards that relate to your electricity. One potential household hazard is connected to electrical cords. As we enjoy increasingly wireless technology and cordless appliances, those pesky cords are still around. And they can lead to dangerous scenarios. How many cords are in your home? From […]
Lumber Pricing, Demystified (Part 4)
Amid the myriad variables that influence lumber pricing, the final one that we’ll consider is shipping. It may not be the main factor in pricing, but it can definitely be a significant one. Consider Shipping Fees Sometimes pricing is figured without including shipping charges, only to have them tacked on in the end. Other times, […]
Lumber Pricing, Demystified (Part 3)
Of the many factors that influence lumber pricing, we’ve discussed a few and then a few more. While these posts are by no means exhaustive lists, and there’s no precise algorithm, our hope is that by learning more about how lumber pricing works, you can gain a greater sense of trust for your local lumber […]
Lumber Pricing, Demystified (Part 2)
In our effort to educate our customers about lumber pricing, we’ve begun the conversation by discussing the need for dynamic pricing, to begin with. Now we’ll look at a few more factors that influence lumber pricing. Whether you like it or not, our hope is that by the end of this series, you’ll have a […]
Lumber Pricing, Demystified (Part 1)
Lumber pricing may be more of an art than a science, but it’s definitely not without predictable (if variable) influences. We understand the frustration of lumber customers who view lumber pricing to be just as nebulous as a random grade on a research paper, with absolutely no explanation. We’ve heard you, and we’re listening. While […]
Why Do Large Timbers Have Cracks? Part 2
In Part 1 we clarified the difference between cracks and checks and established the fact that checks are not indications of stability problems but are actually healthy for your large timbers. The “bad news” that you really can’t prevent these checks is something that some have attempted to change, but there are reasons we don’t […]
Why Do Large Timbers Have Cracks? Part 1
Large timbers present a unique set of challenges, and even those familiar with other sizes of lumber might not realize how to treat large timbers or what to expect from them. We often field questions about what many consider “cracks” in their large timbers, so today we’ll take some time to explore that issue. The […]
Is Lumber Sustainable?
In short, the answer is a resounding YES! Based on incomplete stories in the media, many people make some absolutely false assumptions about the lumber industry. Just like the myth about importing lumber being bad for the environment, the idea that we have a waning domestic supply is based on misconceptions. The Effects of Problematic […]
Traditional Design and Premium Hardwood Floors
Finding its way mid-way between Old World and Modern, Traditional interior design finds its way into more American homes than any other style; in fact, it can be called American Tradition. Furnishings can resemble designs from the French countryside, the Far East, or England of the 1700s. Strains of the Traditional design include Nineteenth Century […]
