tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53269246013897109222024-03-13T00:48:09.090-04:00The Building Digest ... a resource for builders, remodelers, and homeowners.Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-23857207488327612062022-04-07T13:22:00.002-04:002022-04-07T13:23:55.983-04:00Remodeling Survey shows hardwood floors and home offices have most impactby LBM Journal 4.6.22WASHINGTON — U.S. households saw homeowners and families embark on a wide variety of renovations and remodeling projects over the past year. That is according to new findings in the 2022 Remodeling Impact Report, a joint study from the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.This year’s report analyzes a number of home Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-79484497305240165292016-01-11T05:00:00.002-05:002022-04-07T12:34:31.327-04:00Your life just became easier.
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Mentor Lumber & Supply is constantly looking for the best products to put in your hands. This is why we teamed with Freud Tools.
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Whether you are a fine woodworker or a high production cabinet shop, one thing is for certain… you depend on the best, most precise cutting tools that deliver Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-64271645912864164942015-10-10T10:56:00.000-04:002015-10-10T12:13:50.272-04:00In the news ...
Mentor Lumber & Supply Co. was very fortunate to have a chance to tell people what we do to WKYC Channel 3 Live on Lakeside.
"Renovations during the winter can be a little tough, so why not use the nice weather during the summer to do some home improvement. With the help of Tim and Anna from Mentor Lumber Supply your home will have the perfect makeover."
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Ram Board is a heavy-duty, temporary floor protection engineered for Contractors. Designed with cost and efficiency in mind, it lays out fast and is re-usable. Ram Board is non-staining and utilizes Flex-Fiber™ technology allowing for the proper curing of new floors on jobsites. Exclusive Spill Guard™ technology provides added protection against water, paint, mud, and more.
NOW IN STOCK ATMentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-5714188696011438522015-08-25T15:08:00.001-04:002015-08-25T15:08:39.640-04:00Seems like a no-brainer.
Installing rafter ties have always been a dreaded task when framing any project. Tedious and time consuming, it can eat up valuable profits. What if we told you there was a new way ... that is less $ and FASTER! Check it out!
The Strong-Drive® SDWC TRUSS screw provides a stud-to-bottom plate or stud-to-top plate connection as well as a method to fasten trusses and Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-74803732107777986792015-06-03T05:00:00.000-04:002015-06-03T05:00:01.122-04:00
Andersen is kicking off the remodeling season with an extra incentive to get your project moving. Between May 11, 2015 and July 4, 2015 - get a $25 rebate for each 400 Series window and $100 rebate for each 400 Series patio door purchased at Mentor Lumber & Supply Co., up to a $250 maximum rebate per household.
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Now in stock at Mentor Lumber & Supply Co.
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Granite or laminate? Get tips on how to find the right surface for your remodel.
Countertops set the tone for the kitchen, so choose materials and a look that not only reflect your style, but also are in line with how you use the kitchen.
Granite is on the must-have list for many homebuyers. But engineered stone products made primarily of quartz are replacing granite in high-end design today, Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-81722412883383278472015-04-16T05:00:00.000-04:002015-04-16T05:00:07.876-04:00Choosing Kitchen Cabinets
Get tips on how to find the right cabinetry for your remodel.
Cabinets form the backbone of the kitchen. Configure the cabinetry to make the most use of your kitchen’s size and floor plan. Consider different layouts and looks.
Base cabinets get the most attention, whereas hanging wall cabinets are sacrificed for aesthetic features—windows, dramatic backsplashes—to create atmosphere and a Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-44322018824055084782015-04-15T05:00:00.000-04:002015-04-15T05:00:10.088-04:00Deck Season is back!
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Toy fads come and go, but Lego is in no danger of pulling a Tamagotchi. Far from it. Revenue is up, more movies are on the way, and complex building kits continue to burn up the free time of kids (and adults) worldwide.
All this leads us to wonder: If Lego continues its slow march toward world domination, what are the odds that some lovable maniac will construct an entire life-size home from Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-54847556567390534372015-04-03T08:21:00.001-04:002015-04-03T08:21:05.943-04:00
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With the ever changing decking/railing market - comes a lot of questions. Timbertech has provided a great website to help get those questions answered. Browse through the already answered questions, or ask your own ... and the folks at Timbertech will find the answer!
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'Quality' is a slippery term. these four words are much easier to appreciate.
Many contractors use the word “quality” in their advertising, mission statement, or core values. I think what they intend to mean by that word is that the work their company does is done well. From a technical point of view, the work is excellent.
What I think is true more often than not is that most clients Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-42475922914763126002015-03-31T05:00:00.000-04:002015-03-31T05:00:05.458-04:003 Steps to Eliminate Lumberyard Runs Forever
Remodelers are always struggling with the cost of an employee leaving the job site to pick up materials.
Simple calculations often reveal that this consistent behavior costs companies about 2-4% of their annual sales volume. Preaching doesn’t change it; threats don’t change it.
So what does?
Daily planning does! Three simple steps will dramatically reduce slippage due to lumberyard runs.
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In a recent data usage calculation in my own home, I counted 17 devices that are connected to the internet! Now, I don't really consider myself a tech junkie, or automated by any means, but that gives you an idea of where the world is headed. In an article posted here, they discussed stoves and dishwashers that were even connected. How can we protect ourselves?
Your home isMentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-38063352826077202432015-03-26T16:08:00.000-04:002015-03-26T16:08:00.412-04:00The Coolbox Tool Box
Not exactly sure how practical this is on the jobsite, but definitely a cool find!
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How many of your clients request a bigger design in a smaller space? Maybe they want the organization, storage, and convenience that a larger home would have? Many people have found themselves living in smaller spaces and need your help making the most of each inch.
There could be a simple solution to this common issue. Try incorporating Smart Design into the remodel.
What is Smart Design? Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-17149999810513385352015-03-24T05:00:00.001-04:002015-03-24T05:00:02.283-04:00Remodel Your Management Style
Challenge yourself to praise good work and rationally address mistakes
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The EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting rule has been in force for five years now. Is it working?
Although the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule has been in effect since April 2010, remodelers say that the agency hasn’t done a good job getting the word out.
Many contractors become aware of this lack of communication when distributing Mentor Lumber & Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01005256483251966775noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5326924601389710922.post-1746794997049061412015-03-20T05:00:00.001-04:002015-03-20T05:00:02.607-04:00Why My Dream Kitchen Turned Out to be a Bit of a Nightmare
While some people consider "open" to be better, here's a take on why it may not be for you ...
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