Rabbet Joints: An Important Joint to Learn
There are a number of woodworking skills that you’re going to need to know how to do, and learning how to make rabbet joints is one of those. The following are a few things to know about creating rabbet joints: A rabbet is basically just a groove or a dado...
How to Narrow Down Your Wood Choice When Planning a Project
There are a number of decisions that you’re going to have to make when you first begin a woodworking project, but one of the biggest factors of a successful project is the wood you pick to make it. The following are a few tips for choosing what type of...
Looking for a New Miter Saw? 3 Reasons to Consider the Kapex KS 120
If you’re serious about woodworking, then you are going to want a miter saw for your woodworking shop. While there are plenty of high quality miter saws out there, we highly recommend the Kapex KS 120 miter saw. The following are three reasons why you should pick up the Kapex...
Tips for Getting the Look of Aged Wood for Your Projects
There’s something about the look of aged wood that gives it so much more character than non-aged wood. It’s a rustic quality that provides warmth and beauty. However, you may not be able to use actual aged wood for your project. Fortunately, there are some ways that you can...
Get Your Crown Molding Right With These Tips
If you’re looking to add some additional architectural interest to the walls in your home, then you consider installing crown molding. Crown molding is a great way to not only add visual interest, but also a touch of elegance and sophistication to your interior design. The following are a...
Get a Distressed Painting Look Out of Your Wood
If you’re looking to add a warm and more casual atmosphere to your home, then you should try using distressed wood elements. This doesn’t mean that you have to go out and use distressed wood – you can actually distress it yourself. The following are a few tips to help...
We Offer Quality Mill Services to Kansas City Area
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...
Start Your Deck Remodel Right with Proper Planning
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? Make Sure You Use One of These Types of Lumber
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...
Best Ideas and Tips for Building a Storage Shed
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...