Cedar Exteriors Create Curb Appeal

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.

Exterior Fire-X Lumber and Plywood

is pressure-impregnated fire-retardant lumber and plywood that provides tested fire protection for applications directly exposed to the weather or high humidity, outdoors as well as indoors.  It can be used in many applications such as decks, balconies, siding, trim and many more.   It can be used in the much the same way as untreated lumber and offers the fire-safety and insurance advantages of non-combustible material.

In addition to a full line of Interior Fire Retardant lumber and Plywood, Schutte Lumber offers exterior fire-retardant lumber in 2×4-16′, 2×6-16′ and 2×8-16′.  We also carry exterior fire-retardant plywood in 3/4″, 12″ and 5/8″.

Envision Your Dream Porch

Has this summer’s heat got you running for cover? Don’t let next summer be the same. Extending your home’s living space with a porch is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors without exposure to direct sunlight and pesky bugs to deal with. Throw in a ceiling fan, some comfortable furniture, and an ice-cold drink, and you’ll be made in the shade! Porches make great year-round living too, and you could be enjoying your new outdoor space by this fall if you get cracking now.

Before you start, check out this slideshow of inspiring porch ideas, including tips for planning and building, from Better Homes & Gardens, and browse our inventory online or call us at 816.892.3398 to see what lumber, mouldings, and custom millwork we can provide for your project.

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