Using Wood for Retaining Walls in Your Yard
If you’re looking to add more safety and security to your yard, then you should think about putting up a wood retaining wall. The following are a few tips for putting up a wood retaining wall on your own: Use wood stakes and nylon strings in order to set...
Confidence in New Home Construction Improved
The housing marketing is continuing to improve as builder confidence for single-family homes that have been newly built has risen four points on the Housing Market Index. This puts the builder confidence level at 49, only one point shy of the level considered good building conditions. According to the...
Good Woods to Use Outside
Are you thinking about using wood for your home’s outdoor area, whether it’s to build a deck, fence, furniture, or any other outdoor feature? If so, you’ll want to find wood in Kansas City that is durable, can withstand the elements, and is also easy on the eyes. The...
Build Your Own Small Deck Addition to Your Home
Are you looking for ways to improve the outside area of your home? If you are, then we highly recommend you consider building a deck. There’s no better way to enjoy your outdoor area or to increase your home’s curb appeal than by adding a deck to your home....
Building a Deck? Make Sure It's Safe
When adding a deck to your home it’s important that safety is your number one priority. The last thing you want to happen is for your deck to collapse while someone is using it after all. The following are the steps to take to safely attach your deck to...
Build a Bench to Add More Function to Your Mudroom
When it comes to remodeling or simply sprucing up your home chances are your mudroom isn’t the first place you think to start. However, doing things in your mudroom to make it more functional can make a dramatic improvement. One woodworking project that can really make a big impact...
Celebrate Spring by Building a Plant Shelf
If you like building things around the house then your creative juices probably start flowing when the weather warms up at the beginning of spring. While woodworking ideas are easy to find, a simple plant shelf can be one of the best things to build for your home this...
Construction Spending Has Continued Upward
When the economy was down the nation was building fewer homes. Now that the economy has picked up again we’re seeing a continued upward trend in terms of the number of residential properties being built, and how much contractors and homeowners are spending to build homes. In 2014, this...
Add Built-in Seating to Your Deck
Built-in seating for your deck can make enjoying your outdoor space much easier. It will also help you use a small deck more efficiently since it doesn’t take up quite as much room as stand-alone seats or benches. Use these tips from Schutte Lumber Co. to help you plan...
Let Wood Weather or Give it a Finish?
When working with wood outdoors knowing the type of wood you need is essential. However, once you’ve determined the best wood for your budget and project, knowing whether you’re going to finish it or allow it to weather naturally is the next step. Use these tips to help you...