Cedar Exteriors Create Curb Appeal
July 30, 2010 by Kali Justus
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Whether you’re trying to sell your home or just make it more welcoming, creating curb appeal can help. Popular exterior improvements include painting, replacing doors and windows, adding plants or landscaping, and choosing new lighting. Replacing or installing cedar shingles and panels can have a dramatic impact on the exterior look of your home. Take a look at these beauties…
Western Red Cedar provides that warm “lodge” feel and can be customized with different finishes such as stains and even colored paints. It is extremely durable, has an attractive satin texture, plus an intoxicating aroma! Check out some of the other benefits of using cedar.
Perhaps you’re not ready for an entire home exterior makeover. Cedar can be used for other exterior details such as molding, decking, posts, beams, windows, doors, and other outdoor projects too.
We can help you select the best cedar for your project. We recommend Shakertown cedar shingles and panels, available at Schutte Lumber. Check out our complete cedar catalog and our specialty cutting and shaping services as well.
Exotic Hardwoods At Schutte Lumber
July 28, 2010 by Kali Justus
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Schutte Lumber has just restocked its cut-off bins with exotic hardwoods that are perfect for home projects in need of a special touch. Just look at these interesting pieces ready to be shaped into beautiful furniture, cabinets, flooring, and artwork!
Wenge is a beautiful carving wood that has chocolate and charcoal bands of color. It is used for furniture, paneling and turning and even flooring. It machines and carves well and takes a nice finish.
Andiroba, also called Royal or Brazilian Mahogany, is a light mahogany color, machines well, and can be worked with hand tools.
Purpleheart is a very hard wood that ranges in color from bright purple to mahogany brown. It is generally used as an inlay or an accent wood. It can be difficult to work but the beautiful color makes it worth the effort.
African Mahogany is a reddish brown wood that is finishes well and is easy to work with. It can have a lustrous, shimmery finish and is often used in cabinetry, musical instrument or for veneers.
Genuine Mahogany is the “true” mahogany, and is reddish brown to a deep red. It is an outstanding wood to work with and is frequently used for fine furniture, turning, musical instruments and boat building.
Kansas City NARI Luncheon Next Week
July 23, 2010 by Kali Justus
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The Kansas City chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry will host a luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 29, at the Hillcrest Country Club. Join us! Local membership includes professional remodeling contractors, product manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, lenders, and others in the industry. Benefits of membership include: education and certification programs, networking and marketing opportunities, awards for local remodeling projects, public awareness about the organization, and social activities. Find out about Kansas City NARI meetings and events throughout the year here.
