Benefits of Building a New Home

Sep 01, 2024

Building your first home can be intimidating. From purchasing land to finding a contractor to...

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4 Benefits of Choosing Wood Siding

Aug 01, 2024

Wood siding is known to be one of the most visually stunning siding options available...

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Creating Rustic Charm with Circle Sawn Wood

Jul 01, 2024

While circle sawn lumber can be used to achieve a variety of different styles, there’s...

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Summer Inspiration: Creating Exterior Designs with Wood Products

Jun 04, 2024

Summer is finally on the horizon, which means it’s time to get outside and enjoy...

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Timber Frame Inspiration

Apr 17, 2024

There’s something about a timber frame home that just creates a sense of warmth and...

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4 Ways to Help Maintain Your Wood Siding

Apr 03, 2024

Nothing beats the look of wood siding. It is one of our favorite features of...

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5 Ways to Use Circle Sawn Wood for Your Next Home Renovation Project

Mar 20, 2024

A new year brings new home renovation projects. And whether you're looking for a quick...

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How Sun and Moisture Affects Wood Products

Mar 06, 2024

As a homeowner, you put a lot of time, effort, and energy into ensuring your...

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5 Reasons to Choose Board and Batten Siding

Feb 21, 2024

Board and Batten is a timeless siding option that can be found on homes, shops...

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5 Project Planning Tips for Your Home Renovation Project

Feb 07, 2024

DIY projects and home renovations can feel daunting after the initial excitement wears off. While...

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4 Unique Ways to Use Circle Sawn Shiplap

Jan 17, 2024

Shiplap has been a popular siding option for decades, and for good reason. Shiplap is...

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4 Interior Design Trends You’ll Love

Jan 03, 2024

A new year brings new design trends to discover and this year is no exception...

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What is End-Matched Flooring?

Dec 20, 2023

At Marks Lumber, we know a thing or two about flooring. With over 75 years...

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4 Reasons to Use Wood in the Workplace

Dec 06, 2023

There are many things that make up a healthy workplace. Culture, leadership, health benefits, activity...

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Can Hardwood Floors Be Installed Over Concrete?

Nov 15, 2023

Hardwood floors are a classic flooring option that can help elevate the look and feel...

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The Marks Lumber Difference: Sustainable Lumber Products with a Forest First Focus

Nov 01, 2023

Marks Lumber is a family-owned circular sawmill located in Clancy, Montana, with over 75 years...

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Celebrating Montana Forest Products Week: Extending Appreciation to the Forest Products Industry

Oct 15, 2023

In 2011, the Montana Legislature established the third week of October as Montana Forest...

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Is Douglas Fir a Good Choice for Flooring?

Sep 20, 2023

You can’t go wrong with hardwood flooring. It looks stunning, adds value and makes cleaning...

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DIY Wood Projects That Will Instantly Upgrade Your Home

Sep 06, 2023

With all the benefits of wood – durability, sustainability, aesthetic, and more – it makes...

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How to Install Shiplap Siding

Aug 16, 2023

At Marks Lumber, we take pride in the quality of our products and in ensuring...

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What is Post and Beam Construction?

Aug 02, 2023

Post and beam structures are known for their unique look, strength, and intricate details. A...

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Everything You Need to Know About 105 Siding

Jul 19, 2023

If you are looking for a rustic siding option that is easy to install, durable...

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Softwood vs. Hardwoods: What’s the Difference?

Jul 05, 2023

If you're starting a home project or are new to woodworking, you may have questions...

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How to Make Wood Siding Last

Jun 21, 2023

Wood siding is an excellent choice for anyone looking to create a beautiful and durable...

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Why Choose Marks Lumber's Circle Sawn Flooring

Jun 07, 2023

At Marks Lumber, our circle sawn Douglas fir flooring is one of our most popular...

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Why Buy Sawmill Direct

May 17, 2023

Purchasing lumber from a sawmill may sound intimidating at first, but there are many benefits...

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How to Install Board and Batten Siding

May 03, 2023

Board and Batten siding is a classic siding option known for its old-time look and...

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Wood Renovations to Increase Home Value

Apr 19, 2023

If you’re looking to renovate your home and create a fresh look that complements your...

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Recreation and Forest Management: How Responsible Forestry Supports Recreational Opportunities

Apr 05, 2023

Outdoor recreation is one of the many things that make our public lands special. Hiking...

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Creating the Reclaimed Look with Circle Sawn Lumber

Mar 15, 2023

Reclaimed lumber has been trending in recent years as people search for statement products that...

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5 Ways to Recycle Used Wood

Mar 01, 2023

Wood is a renewable resource. This is evident as logged or burnt stands start to...

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What is Circle Sawn Wood Flooring?

Feb 15, 2023

Circle sawn wood flooring is trending for its highly distinctive appearance inspired by the rustic...

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5 Timeless Interior Design Trends

Jan 18, 2023

When it comes to interior design, it may feel daunting to keep up with the...

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Lumber Textures Defined

Jan 04, 2023

Lumber comes with the benefit of versatility. One of the simplest ways to create intrigue...

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​Tips for Using Radiant Heating with Wood Floors

Dec 21, 2022

One of the best parts of living in Montana is experiencing all the seasons –...

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Mountain Home Design Trends

Dec 07, 2022

Mountain homes tend to give off cozy, inviting, and relaxing vibes. Ranging anywhere from the...

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Log to Lumber: A Look Inside Our Newly Renovated Sawmill

Nov 23, 2022

Things looked a little different here at Marks Lumber in 2022, with massive improvements being...

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Forestry Infrastructure: Sustaining Montana's Forests and the Timber Products Industry

Nov 09, 2022

Maintaining healthy forests in Montana is the ultimate goal of the forest products industry. Despite...

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What is Circle Sawn Lumber and What Can I Use it For?

Oct 26, 2022

If you're new to our site or just new to woodworking and construction in general...

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Five Reasons to Choose Circle Sawn Flooring

Oct 12, 2022

Circle sawn flooring holds a host of benefits for any building project. From durability and...

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Why Choose Circle Sawn Material

Sep 28, 2022

Rough-textured lumber can give your home a unique, mountain modern look that can’t be replicated...

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Come Tour Our Newly Renovated Mill on October 21st, 2022

Sep 20, 2022

Event Details What: Mill Tour and Customer Appreciation Day When: Friday, October 21, 2022, from...

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Materials that Pair Well with Wood in Your Home

Sep 07, 2022

Wood has it all: style, strength, timelessness, and the ability to compliment just about any...

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What is Board and Batten Siding?

Aug 24, 2022

Board and Batten siding is a classic siding that can be found on old barns...

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Forest to Flooring: Making Wood Products Even More Sustainable

Aug 17, 2022

At the forefront of our attempts to find the most environmentally friendly building materials are...

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​Tips for Buying Wood From a Sawmill

Aug 03, 2022

If you work with wood products frequently, you may have thought about purchasing lumber directly...

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Project Planning: Replacing Your Wood Siding

Jul 27, 2022

Homeowners often dread when major home maintenance projects hang over their heads. But that doesn’t...

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Forest Health and Human Intervention

Jul 20, 2022

Nature vs. nurture. It’s a topic often discussed in psychology and genetics – a concept...

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5 Reasons to Choose Shiplap Siding

Jul 13, 2022

Shiplap is classic – this style of joinery dates all the way back to the...

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5 Benefits of Choosing Wood Flooring

Jul 06, 2022

Wood floors offer a timeless look that can change the entire feel of your home...

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Mill Reopening Inventory Reduction Sale - July 23, 2022!

Jun 29, 2022

The past few months have been one for the books here at Marks Lumber, as...

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Montana's Choice Siding: Marks Lumber's Circle Sawn Shiplap

Jun 08, 2022

At Marks Lumber, we believe in highlighting the natural beauty of wood products. Call it...

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Summer Project Inspiration: Upgrading Your Home's Exterior

Jun 01, 2022

Summer is just around the corner, which means it's time to get outside and make...

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The Forest Products Industry: Providing Necessary Support for Active Forest Management

May 25, 2022

The connection between forest management and the timber products industry is often misunderstood by the...

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Marks Lumber Assists in New Playground at Ryan Park

May 18, 2022

Last month, Marks Lumber was happy to be involved in helping the Helena Babe...

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Progress Report: 2022 Mill Upgrade

May 11, 2022

Things are starting to look very different here at Marks Lumber as we approach...

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Guide to Circle Sawn Wood Flooring

Apr 27, 2022

At Marks Lumber, our number one selling product is our circular sawn wood flooring...

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How to Prepare Your Deck for Spring

Apr 20, 2022

Spring is finally near, and you want to be able to sit in the...

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How Active Forest Management Can Aid in Carbon Sequestration

Apr 13, 2022

Active forest management is an excellent way to minimize the risk of catastrophic wildfires...

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Spring Firewood Special: Get Stocked Up and Show Support for Active Forest Management!

Apr 06, 2022

This spring, Marks Lumber is partnering with a non-profit dedicated to sustainable forest health...

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The 5 Most Popular Types of Wood and What to Use Them For

Mar 30, 2022

When it comes to types of wood, there are certain species that builders swear by...

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Why Shiplap Siding is the Choice Siding for Your Custom Home

Mar 23, 2022

Siding is the shell of a building and is often one of the first...

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How Forest Management Can Help Prevent Damage Caused by Catastrophic Wildfires

Mar 16, 2022

Catastrophic wildfires are one of the most detrimental events forests face. Unlike low or...

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How to Turn Your Dream Timber Frame Home Into a Reality

Mar 09, 2022

Marks Lumber is your choice for sustainable forest products, including circle sawn timbers, flooring...

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After the Fire: The Effects of Catastrophic Wildfires

Feb 23, 2022

Over the past year, catastrophic wildfires have wreaked havoc on the Western United States...

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Marks Lumber Wins Helena Chamber Small Business of the Year Award

Feb 16, 2022

In January, Marks Lumber was honored with the Small Business of the Year Award...

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How to Customize Your Spec Home

Feb 09, 2022

While there is a common misconception that spec homes are often small, cookie-cutter homes, this...

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5 Reasons to Build a Custom Home

Feb 02, 2022

If you are starting to look for a new home, you may be stuck...

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Sustainable Forest Management in Action at the Sterling Ranch

Jan 26, 2022

In this video, Marks Lumber profiles John Ottman of Ottman Forestry Consultant, discussing his largest...

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How to Choose Materials for Your Custom Home

Jan 19, 2022

Building a custom home is an exciting and challenging task. You'll be faced with...

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What is Sustainably Harvested Wood?

Jan 12, 2022

Wood products are on the rise, not only because of their natural beauty but...

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Stunning Home Details For Your Custom Montana Home

Jan 05, 2022

There’s no question that Montana is a special place to live. With its natural, rugged...

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Paneling Products for Your Next Winter Project

Dec 29, 2021

Looking for a project to keep you busy this winter? Accent walls are the...

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How to Remove Black Marks on Lumber

Dec 08, 2021

If you frequently work with wood, you may have come across pieces that have black...

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Tongue and Groove Paneling Terminology, Decoded

Dec 01, 2021

If you haven’t had much (or any) building experience, wood product terminology can be...

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Ottman Forestry and the Sterling Ranch

Nov 24, 2021

John Ottman, Founder of Ottman Forestry Consultants, has worked in the woods for nearly...

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Forest Health Defined

Nov 17, 2021

What is a healthy forest? The phrase “healthy forest” is used so often in...

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What's the Best Way to Store Your Wood Products?

Nov 03, 2021

As construction season starts to ramp up, you may be thinking of getting your...

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Marks Lumber Receives the Governor’s Inaugural Forest Products Award

Oct 27, 2021

Last week, Marks Lumber was honored to be presented the Governor’s inaugural Forest Products...

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Creating and Managing Healthy Forests: A Video for Montana Forest Products Week

Oct 20, 2021

This week, October 17-23, is Montana Forest Products Week. Established in 2011, Forest Products Week...

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Tips for Burning Firewood Safely in Your Home

Oct 13, 2021

There’s nothing more comforting than the warmth and scent of a wood-burning fireplace or...

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Solid vs. Engineered Wood: How to Choose What's Right for You

Oct 06, 2021

When it comes to flooring, solid wood and engineered wood are both popular choices...

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Why Rocky Mountain Douglas Fir Makes Excellent Wood Products

Sep 29, 2021

At Marks Lumber, we manufacture high-quality, circle-sawn lumber, timbers, siding, and flooring – all...

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Is Wood Flooring or Carpet a Better Investment for Your Home?

Sep 22, 2021

When it comes time to install or replace flooring in your home, you're met...

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Wood: The Way of the Future

Sep 15, 2021

Wood products are no longer a thing of the past. In fact, many say this...

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4 Tips for Making Your Timber Frame Home Look its Best

Sep 08, 2021

Timber frames add the ultimate level of craftsmanship to the place you call home. Timber...

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What Contractors Can Expect From Working With Marks Lumber

Sep 01, 2021

At Marks Lumber, we've been partnering with both residential and commercial building contractors for...

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On the Ground: The Forester's Role in Forest Management Decisions

Aug 25, 2021

"The profession of forestry serves society by fostering stewardship of the world's forests. Because forests...

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Celebrate Montana Forest Products Week With Us On October 15th

Aug 18, 2021

Event Details What: Mill Tour and Customer Appreciation Day When: Friday, October 15th, 2021 from...

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Three Unique Ways to Use Board and Batten Siding

Aug 11, 2021

Board and batten siding is one of the most popular wood siding options out there...

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Common Timber Frame Joinery

Aug 04, 2021

Timber framing is a unique type of construction where the wooden frame supports the...

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Everything You Need to Know About Waney Edge Siding

Jul 28, 2021

Waney edge siding – also called wavy edge or live edge siding – is...

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5 Reasons to Build a Timber Frame Home

Jul 14, 2021

Timber frames homes are some of the most stunning structures out there. Exposed timbers, intricate...

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Summer Project Inspiration with Circle Sawn Timber Products

Jul 07, 2021

With the snow melted off and the sun finally shining, you're probably starting to dream...

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How to Use A Rustic Grade Siding

Jun 30, 2021

Rustic siding options are an economical way to side cabins and outbuildings. They can...

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Log Yard Manager Troy Morse Leaving Marks Lumber After 25 Years

Jun 23, 2021

Last week, we said goodbye to one of the longest-serving members of the Marks Lumber...

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Biophilic Design: The Health Benefits of Using Wood Products in Your Home

Jun 16, 2021

Now more than ever, people are spending more time indoors due to the rise of...

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Why Developers Are Opting for Wood in Commercial Buildings

Jun 09, 2021

Wood is perhaps the longest used building material in human history, with the first timber...

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Representative Rosendale Visits Marks Lumber

Jun 02, 2021

This week, United States Representative Matthew Rosendale stopped by Marks Lumber to take a tour...

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5 Things to Know About Marks Lumber

May 26, 2021

You may or may not have heard about Marks Lumber until now, but chances are...

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The Versatility of Circle Sawn Wood Flooring

May 19, 2021

Circle sawn wood flooring may have a rustic appearance, but it’s being used by builders...

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Why We Love Douglas Fir

Apr 28, 2021

At Marks Lumber, you'll find that we deal exclusively with Douglas fir for our premium...

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Why Do People Choose Rough Cut Timbers?

Apr 21, 2021

There is a common misconception about what you can and can’t do with rough-cut...

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Log, Timber Frame, and Post and Beam Homes

Apr 14, 2021

Log homes, timber frame homes, and post and beam homes are classic building styles...

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Playground Time is Coming — That Means EWF Time at Marks Lumber

Apr 07, 2021

The snow is melting off, and spring is finally in the air! While students...

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When's the Right Time to Replace Your Siding?

Mar 31, 2021

A home is one of the biggest investments most people make, so it makes sense...

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The Good Neighbor Authority: A Step in the Right Direction for Montana Forest Management

Mar 24, 2021

"Our forests give us countless benefits: clean drinking water, millions of jobs, recreation opportunities, and...

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Who Buys From Marks Lumber

Mar 17, 2021

Marks Lumber is a mid-sized specialty sawmill located in Clancy, Montana. Because of our size...

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Why Builders Trust Marks Lumber

Mar 10, 2021

Warm weather is just around the corner, which means the start of many more builds...

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Eric Obrigewitch Leaving Marks Lumber After 14 Years

Mar 03, 2021

If you’ve worked with Marks Lumber before, you’ve probably had the pleasure of working with...

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Wood Trends You'll Love in 2021

Feb 24, 2021

A new year brings new home improvement projects and wood trends to discover. When it...

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How You Know It's Time to Replace Your Wood Floors

Feb 17, 2021

Quality wood flooring can last for years, and its longevity gives it unmatched character. But...

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Why Choose Wood Siding- The Contractor Edition

Feb 10, 2021

Wood siding is a tried and true favorite for upscale homes, resorts, and commercial buildings...

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4 Inviting Entryway Design Ideas

Feb 03, 2021

Whether you realize it or not, your entryway sets the tone for your entire...

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Free Local Firewood Delivery Through February 28

Jan 29, 2021

You asked we delivered… literally! From February 1st through February 28th, 2021 Marks Lumber is...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Flooring

Jan 20, 2021

In our more than 75 years of selling quality wood, we've heard hundreds of questions...

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Save On a Shiplap Siding Package from Marks Lumber

Jan 13, 2021

Marks Lumber is now offering 5% off your shiplap siding package with the purchase of...

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Maintaining Your Circle Sawn Floors

Jan 06, 2021

There's nothing that quite matches the beauty and character of Marks Lumber's circle sawn...

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How Marks Lumber Stacks Up Against Other Sawmills

Dec 30, 2020

Marks Lumber is a family-owned, specialty sawmill located in Clancy, Montana. Our owners still come...

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Montana’s Best Management Practices: Protecting Water Quality and the Entire Forest Ecosystem

Dec 23, 2020

Water is one of our most precious natural resources, which is why protecting and...

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Why Choose Shiplap Siding

Dec 16, 2020

If you’re looking to boost your home’s curb appeal and increase the value of...

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Common Defects to Consider in Timber Grading

Dec 09, 2020

At Marks Lumber, we look carefully at each timber, studying it for defects and characteristics...

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Firewood Sale: Keep Cozy While Helping Those in Need

Dec 02, 2020

This holiday season, Marks Lumber is partnering with a local nonprofit to give back and...

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The Brooklyn Bridge Project: A Case Study

Nov 25, 2020

In March 2020, Marks Lumber entered into an important public-private partnership with the U.S. Forest...

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Split Firewood Available at Marks Lumber

Nov 18, 2020

Marks Lumber’s new firewood processor is up and running just in time for winter! With...

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How to Incorporate Rough Lumber into Your Kitchen

Nov 11, 2020

When creating the kitchen of your dreams, it can be overwhelming to think about just...

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Marks Lumber Update: Production, COVID, and Other News

Nov 04, 2020

October proved to be another busy month at Marks Lumber, and our crew has been...

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Responsible Forestry for a Healthier Montana

Oct 21, 2020

This week, October 18th - 24th, is Montana Forest Products Week, which recognizes the forest...

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