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May 19, 2021
The Versatility of Circle Sawn Wood Flooring
Blog Category: Flooring
Circle sawn wood flooring may have a rustic appearance, but it’s being used by builders and homeowners to achieve a variety of unique looks. From modern farmhouse to natural minimalist, circle sawn wood flooring adds character to nearly desired style. Today we’ll be going over some of the most popular...
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Apr 28, 2021
Why We Love Douglas Fir
Blog Category: Project Inspiration
At Marks Lumber, you'll find that we deal exclusively with Douglas fir for our premium wood products, and there's a good reason for that. With a particular focus on using locally grown, inland Douglas fir, our wood products are high quality and attractive for indoor and outdoor use. Douglas fir...
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Apr 21, 2021
Why Do People Choose Rough Cut Timbers?
Blog Category: Timber Frame
There is a common misconception about what you can and can’t do with rough-cut lumber and timbers. Many people are surprised to learn that rough cut material can be used for both interior and exterior accents and is often used as the focal point throughout houses, cabins, and even...
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Apr 14, 2021
Log, Timber Frame, and Post and Beam Homes
Blog Category: Timber Frame
Log homes, timber frame homes, and post and beam homes are classic building styles that feature large logs or timbers as their main attraction. While many people tend to confuse or use these styles interchangeably, there are slight differences in the design and construction of each. Despite these differences...
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Apr 07, 2021
Playground Time is Coming — That Means EWF Time at Marks Lumber
Blog Category: EWF
The snow is melting off, and spring is finally in the air! While students are dreaming of summertime, it's time to start thinking about replenishing your playground materials to ensure that our kids come back in the fall to a safe play environment. Marks Lumber manufactures IPEMA Certified Engineered...
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Mar 31, 2021
When's the Right Time to Replace Your Siding?
Blog Category: Siding
A home is one of the biggest investments most people make, so it makes sense to protect it and maintain a happy space for your family to grow. Your siding acts like the skin of your house, and when it isn't up to snuff, it can quickly impact the integrity...
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Mar 24, 2021
The Good Neighbor Authority: A Step in the Right Direction for Montana Forest Management
Blog Category: Forestry, Marks News & Events
"Our forests give us countless benefits: clean drinking water, millions of jobs, recreation opportunities, and more. Keeping these benefits requires forest management – and no one group can do it alone." - The U.S. Forest Service. Forest management and fire mitigation are essential components of creating long-lasting, healthy, resilient forests...
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Mar 17, 2021
Who Buys From Marks Lumber
Blog Category: Project Inspiration
Marks Lumber is a mid-sized specialty sawmill located in Clancy, Montana. Because of our size, we have the opportunity to work with many different kinds of customers, each with their own needs and objectives. Our size, specialty, and circle sawn products put us right in the sweet spot of being...
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Mar 10, 2021
Why Builders Trust Marks Lumber
Blog Category: Timber Frame
Warm weather is just around the corner, which means the start of many more builds. As plans start to come together and you begin to search for material quotes, you may be considering trying out a different lumber supplier for these new builds. Here are a few reasons why Marks...
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Mar 03, 2021
Eric Obrigewitch Leaving Marks Lumber After 14 Years
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If you’ve worked with Marks Lumber before, you’ve probably had the pleasure of working with Sales Manager Eric Obrigewitch. Eric has been working at Marks Lumber for the last fourteen years – a significant amount of time that will, unfortunately, be coming to an end on March 4th, 2021, as...
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