Winter weather means no more outside parties on your deck, at least for the season. Unfortunately, the harsh cold and wet weather can also mean damage to your deck, if it’s not properly treated and cared for. HGTV offers helpful tips to keeping your deck protected through the winter. Clean Thoroughly...

Whether the lines are sleek and modern or detailed and elegant, crown molding adds a finishing touch to every room in a home. Another benefit: people take notice of crown molding instantly. Still, a few unfortunate myths continue to surround this stylish accent, including: Myth: Crown molding is expensive....

What’s one of the great benefits of undertaking a cabinet staining project? You learn a great deal along the way. Begin by understanding that all stains are not created equally: Oil-based stains produce a resilient finish, but they emit a strong odor, are difficult to clean up after and...

For many people, it was the first household task that they performed as a child – so “simple” that anyone could do it: sanding. While sanding  is a rather simple skill to learn, the dangers of oversanding lurk near every project. Allow the premier Kansas City lumberyard, SchutteLumber Co.,...

If you have a fireplace in your home, then you are well aware of the fact that it really lends an inviting and comforting element to your home design. However, it’s more than just that! You should take advantage of having a fireplace by using it too! Just make...

One of the most valuable aspects of a home is ample storage space, and installing wooden shelving in your garage is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to add extra storage space to your home.  By adding wooden shelving in your garage, you will be amazed at...

Since the average person spends one third of his life asleep, it’s a good idea to put some attention to detail in the bedroom.  One of the first things that people notice when they walk into a bedroom is the bed itself, so let’s start there.  We recently discussed...

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The only thing woodworking enthusiasts like more than a great piece of wood is all the tools that come with the hobby. Schutte Lumber Co. in Kansas City understands this and wants the beginners out there to get a good start. These are the three tools every woodworker should...

Kids still love playing with wooden toys. They never go out of style. The pros at Schutte Lumber in Kansas City have plans that are fun for the adults to build and even more fun for the kids to play with for years to come. Wooden Swinging Horse A...