All Entries in the "Lumber" Category
Dricore Subfloor can make your basement more comfortable
Just recently I started offering Dricore subfloor for basements. Eliminate that damp cool feeling in your basement by using this great product.
DRIcore is the essential air gap subfloor system with a moisture barrier to insulate your family from cold, hard, damp, concrete floors. The secret to the comfort of DRIcore is the creation [...]
Advanced House Framing Techniques
How many areas of your new home don’t have a single R-Value of insulation? If you are conventionally framing your home there are things you can do to make sure it is as energy efficient as possible.
Most framers are going to frown on this information but I believe this article from The US Department of [...]
Lite Steel Beam could be option to wood
Have you ever had a situation when a wood beam is just too deep to use. Whether it’s a basement, garage or ridge this new product from Lite Steel Technologies could possibly be the answer.
The innovative, patented cold forming process gives LSB a unique profile with the torsional rigidity you would normally expect from hot rolled steel. [...]
What is OSB?
Here are the answer to every question you have about OSB. Its been around for years but have you ever really looked into the product? Here is the Product Guide from the APA
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Great Cedar Source for West Michigan
If you need cedar I have the perfect supplier. I can get raw cedar and prefinished products from Edmund Allen Lumber Company.
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Insulated Panel Home in Grand Haven, Michigan
Just an update from a previous post this fall. This home sets up on a sand dune and is going to be a real showpiece. For more information visit JPD Construction’s website.
Permanent wood foundation in Big Rapids
They say there’s a first time for everything and I’m getting ready to ship my first permanent wood foundation. I am very interested in seeing how this goes and will get some pictures for everyone to see. I was referred by the homeowner to the Southern Pine Association website. Also check out this link to [...]
Deck Joist Span Table
If you’re building a new deck here is a chart your going to need. Remember this is just a reference tool and an engineer should always being consulted before construction.
Anthony Power Joist user guide
I receive calls all the time directed at the proper installation and allowable hole placement in our I-joist. Here is a link to the Power Joist User Guide for a quick response when I’m not immediately available.
Three Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Rough Framing
Over the years I have worked with many homeowners who
were in the process of building a new home. Whether they were
contracting it themselves or hiring a builder, I have always shared the
three areas that I feel are the most important to consider in the rough
framing process. By understanding these three helpful hints you can
increase your [...]
