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Month: June 2011

New at Schutte: The Fein Multimaster System

Looking for quality control, durability and efficiency in an oscillating tool for contractors? Look no further. Schutte Lumber now offers the German-made Fein Multimaster that can take on any updating, restoring, remodeling or refinishing project with ease. Recently featured at the durable decorative trim exhibition at the May 27th...

Chosing the Router That’s Right for You

Routers are a woodworker’s best friend. Knowing how to chose the right router can be as difficult as finding a new friend; there are numerous variables depending on your project and an array of confusing accessories. Your friends at Schutte Lumber have drudged up a bit of assistance. The...

Best Woods For Building Cabinets Pt. 2

In our previous post, we discussed the best inexpensive woods for building cabinetry. If your price point is more flexible, take a look at these quality woods that offer beauty, durability, and versatility. Walnut and cherry woods are valued for their durability, strength, and smooth grains. They boast rich...

Best Woods for Building Cabinets Pt. 1

If you are creating custom cabinetry for a home or office, Schutte Lumber offers a variety of woods from which to choose. Determining the best wood for building cabinets depends on your budget and whether you want to paint or stain the product. Maple, birch, and oak are all...

Caring for Oak Wood Products

Caring for your oak wood products is simple with a few simple tips in mind. Daily Dusting Use a silicone based product for dusting and adding cosmetic shine to many types of oak cabinets and furniture. Most silicon products do the double duty of repelling detergents and dust. It...

Stunning Walnut Hardwoods

Hardwood floors are valued for their aesthetic value as well as their tendency to add resale value to homes. Schutte Lumber carries a selection of durable, versatile Walnut hardwoods. Hearty History Walnut trees are rather competitive plants! They are one of the few plants whose roots expel a toxic...

DIY Steam Forming for Wood

Schutte’s Mill Services includes Heat Forming to create beautiful arches, ellipses and circles out of a single piece of wood. These are great for entry ways and exterior detailing. DIY enthusiasts can also try these steam wood bending techniques at home. Steam Bending is a tried and true technique...

Your Style, Your Brackets

Brackets are more than a support for your structures. Brackets accentuate the details throughout the rest of the home and are a reflection of the style and tone that you would like to set. Peruse the available bracket types at Schutte Lumber Company to see which works best for...