The secret to great woodworking is not always working hard, it is also working smart. A case in point is joinery. You can spend a lot of time on making biscuits and using clamps and glue, but for other projects, the use of pocket joints and screws is just...

Schutte Lumber Company has had its roots firmly planted as the leading Kansas City lumberyard to offer mill services since 1880. With over 160 years of experience, we are confident in the quality of our services. Rough Timbers Rough timbers provide access to a variety of interests in both domestic...

Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer or plan to hire a professional builder or architect, the success of planning a deck remodel can be improved by good planning.  Before you break ground on your new deck, make certain you have considered the following: Educate yourself about what is involved with a...

Building a fence may seem like a straightforward remodeling project, but there are some important decisions that must be made, not the least of which is the type of wood to use. Before getting started, be sure to investigate which type of wood is the best for your needs...

Having easy access to the tools and materials needed to do yardwork or a minor repair can make all the difference in how fast and how well the task is performed.  To this end, a convenient and easily accessible storage shed is a must for anyone who loves working...

The down side of woodworking are the frequent splinters that can easily be suffered from enjoying the craft. There are correct ways to remove these often painful slivers that will diminish pain and prevent infection. The next time you have this problem, follow these five steps: Assess the piece...

It’s a poor workman who blames his tools but it is a smart one who uses the right one for any particular job. A wide range of power tools have enormously simplified the woodworking process and made it far more enjoyable for everyone from the talented amateur to the...

Looking for something unique to upgrade the outside look of your home.  Consider a deck with curves! Using quality Kansas City lumber and materials from Schutte Lumber Company, it is easy to build an appealing deck without the harsh lines or tired old plans of traditional decks. Building a deck...

We are all familiar with the more common ways to relieve stress. Painting, cooking and exercising are common ways that people can unwind and release tension. But, did you ever think woodworking would be on that list? Woodworking is particularly satisfying as it combines the physical deftness of the...

For an aspiring woodworker, it can be difficult to overcome the beginning hurdles of the craft to ascend to the level of master. However, by utilizing a few clever woodworking ideas, any craftsman can improve the quality of their finished product. Of course, observing the classic cliche “measure twice,...