CorrectDeck CX is Top Scorer in Consumer Reports Tests

Consumer Reports has rated composite decking materials in their July magazine and CorrectDeck CX was the top scoring composite decking and proved itself as good as wood or plastic in fending off mildew - Decking: Consumer Reports Tests.

CorrectDeck CX features enhanced anti-microbial protection that adds resistance to mold and mildew for ultra-low maintenance. Its co-extruded top layer fully encases the exposed wood fibers on the top and sides of each board providing added resistance to color fade and staining.

Schutte Lumber in the Kansas City Star

TGIF! In honor of the upcoming weekend, we wanted to share an article with you from the Kansas City Star in which Editorial Page columnist Lewis Diuguid describes his 10-day quest to restore the oak woodwork in his 84-year-old Northeast Kansas City home during his “vacation”.

On his blog, Diguid writes, “this massive home-improvement project is for all of those other urban pioneers out there needing an outlet where others can hear and appreciate your screams from chemical burns, near misses with hand or power tools and general frustration with the heat, humidity and daunting tasks that no one sane person should ever undertake.”

The editor-turned-remodeler bought red oak from where else, but Schutte Lumber. To read more about his trials and tribulations, check out “Stripping: Far Too Late to Turn Back“.

Happy Memorial Day from Schutte Lumber

Happy Memorial Day to our dear clients, friends and readers. As we take a moment today to remember those who have died in our nation’s service, we wanted to share a summer’s worth of delicious recipe courtesy of Bon Appetit. In their June issue, they supplied 30 recipes–appetizers, main courses, sides and desserts–that allows you to mix and match to design the perfect menu no matter what crowd you’ll be entertaining. The best part: Regardless of the combination of recipes you choose, everything goes together!

Like the delish dishes below: Pizzettas with Red Peppers, Onions, and Anchovies; Harissa-Marinated Top Sirloin Tips and Lime Tart with Blackberries and Blueberries.

Mouthwatering yet? Check out the magazine’s Ultimate Grilling Guide online and determine which recipes you’ll mix and match for your next gathering!

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