Throw a Curve at Your Deck Design
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...
Working With Wood May Help Reduce Stress
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...
What to Know When Building a Deck
Adding a deck is a great way to add extra space to your home for dining, entertaining or just plain relaxing. While the process of building a deck may seem straightforward, there are several important things that a homeowner must consider. First, most municipalities have various requirements that must...
Birch Makes Excellent Wood for Cabinets
For centuries, master woodworkers have chosen to build cabinets from hardwoods such as maple, oak and mahogany. The nature of hardwoods makes them ideal choice for this application but their cost is often prohibitive for some homeowners. Fortunately, yellow birch offers a solution that combines the same great characteristics...
Easy Woodcraft Projects to Keep Kids Entertained This Summer
If you’re looking for some woodworking projects to do with your kids this summer, we’ve got a few right here, some easy, some more advanced: A small wood bench can be made from a few cut boards (adults should use the jigsaw or handsaw for this), kids can do...
Tips for Fitting Deck Posts
Fitting a deck post is not as difficult as it may seem. There are a few tips you can follow to fit the deck posts and maintain its squareness. Start with the posts, making sure that they are measured to the desired width of the deck. These will start...
Learn Carpentry in Kansas City
If you’re handy and get satisfaction from DIY projects, you might enjoy learning woodworking skills. The skills will give you the ability to fix and build many things around your home, and it can be a fun hobby to begin. The Kansas City Training Center, an organization affiliated with...
Get Your Lumber from Schutte Lumber Before Starting Your Project
We all know the feeling. You begin a construction problem and something goes wrong. You can’t find the materials you need, a number of boards need to be returned just when it’s time to use them, or the cost begins to skyrocket. You can avoid these potential pitfalls by...
Tips for Keeping Your Cedar Deck Clean
In the Midwest, we face harsh and sometimes unpredictable weather from snowy winters to humid summers. It’s important to take care of your cedar deck year round to ensure it stays in good shape. Cedar decks have a beautiful deep red color and even retain its natural smell. Though...
Gorgeous Wood Wall Inspiration
The natural beauty of wood has been recognized since ancient times. Other materials may go through phases, but the look of wood is timeless. Here are some suggestions for creating a wood wall in your home that will add beauty, drama and character: Rustic Americana: The use of rough-hewn planks makes...