Literary Lumber: Architectural Bookshelves
Schutte Lumber supplies retailers and do-it-yourself enthusiasts with wholesale lumber at great prices. If you’re constructing an office or study, or if you just want a new home for your book collection, check out these interesting designs. The Stair Bookshelves: This multi-purpose design is great for tight spaces. Unite...
Creative Long Term Projects with Scrap Wood
Schutte Lumber continues to promote the re-purposing of wood. In our last blog, we discussed a few short term projects that you could do with wood scraps. Here are a few project suggestions for the avid carpenters: Cat Tree: These play spaces can be as creative and unusual as...
Creative Short Term Projects with Scrap Wood
Schutte Lumber supports sustainable practices. We encourage you to find creative uses for scrap wood found around your home. Here are a few suggestions for projects that are short on time and high on impact. Cutting Boards: Cutting boards are the perfect project for maple, oak, and cherry remnants...
Make a Heart-Shaped Wooden Picture Frame
Need a quick do-it-yourself project to show someone you care on Valentine’s Day? A homemade gift is always well-received, and a heart-shaped wooden picture frame is an easy project to make that has a lot of sentimental value. Here are the materials you will need: Heart-Shaped Wooden Picture Frame...
How To Stain Rough-Cut Lumber
Give rough-cut lumber a new and finished look by applying a stain before you begin your project. Staining rough-cut lumber is different from staining traditional lumber, so be sure to use the right method. Here is what you will need for the staining project: * Large tarp * Large...
Build Your Own Sustainable Wood Countertop
If you follow kitchen and bath trends, then you know wood countertops are one of the latest looks for these area of the home. Schutte Lumber can help you select the right wood to create a natural, organic feel in your kitchen or bath. Our lumber products is FSC...
Build a Plywood Coffee Table in 6 Easy Steps
When creativity is at its height and you’re inspired to take on a furniture-building project, check out Make magazine’s guide to building a coffee table out of plywood. By building yourself you can customize the project to fit your style and budget. It’s a relatively easy project that should...
Tips for Building a Wooden Outdoor Storage Shed
If you can build a deck, you can build an outdoor storage shed, says building expert and nationally syndicated newspaper columnist Tim Carter. With so many uses, almost any home can benefit from extra storage space, no? While it may be tempting to try a kit, building your own...
Use Wood Veneer for Do-It-Yourself Home Decor
Wood veneer is an easy-to-use and affordable building material that’s perfect for creating beautiful and functional home decor. DIY Ideas presents lots of ideas and instructions for using wood veneer for craft projects with many featuring nature-inspired motifs that are popular right now such as leaves and flowers. Here...
Build a Hanging Shelf for Less Than $50
You can build this beautiful hanging shelf for less than $50 in just a few hours with instructions from MyHomeIdeas.com. Before getting started, pick up a 10-foot poplar 1 x 8 and have it cut into four 28-inch pieces at Schutte Lumber in Kansas City. You will also need:...