Our country stands on the foundation that trees have provided for us. They have helped us provide for our families, natural surroundings, animal communities as well. As a traditional seller of wholesale timber here in Missouri, at Schutte Lumber we urge you and your family to plant a tree on the state's Arbor Day, coming up on April 5. Here are some interesting... [Read more...]

For many people, it was the first household task that they performed as a child – so “simple” that anyone could do it: sanding. While sanding  is a rather simple skill to learn, the dangers of oversanding lurk near every project. Allow the premier Kansas City lumberyard, SchutteLumber Co., to share some useful tips that Mom or Dad might not have shared... [Read more...]

Putting a finish on your wood is strictly optional. But putting a finish on your wood, you protect it's surface and allows it to maintain its beauty for longer. It also protects it from harsh environment elements which can cause the wood to warp, dry out and crack or splinter or just plain deteriorate. And lucky for all moms out there, a good finish will... [Read more...]

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