Author: briangonzales

Summer is just around the corner and you’ve dreamed up a killer outdoor project. You can see it clear as day in your mind and you’re ready to get to work. You’ve laid out the plans and you’re ready to procure the materials. You know you’ll use wood for the project. But have you thought […]

The great outdoors can be a harsh place for wood. Any structure that you build outside of your home – be it a fence, deck, awning or a treehouse – will face constant exposure to the elements. Sun, wind, rain, snow and insects can quickly deteriorate and decay wood – and your outdoor structure. That’s […]

Your home’s siding is – at least visually – the most important aspect of its “curb appeal.” In many cases, the right siding can make your home the envy of your neighborhood. But nothing lasts forever, siding included. As a homeowner, you will eventually reach the day when you must decide whether to replace your […]

Gardening is a hobby of many people, but can become cumbersome and time consuming. If you want to simplify how you garden and still have a generous crop outcome, consider setting up raised garden planters in your yard or patio. Here are just a few advantages of garden boxes over traditional gardening: Better soil quality. […]

Is your deck ready for the upcoming weather changes? San Diego Power Wash shared this article with us about how you can prepare your deck for wet conditions that are coming this way.

It use to be that the only fencing options people had were primarily wood and chain link fences. In today’s industry there are more options than ever, one being vinyl fencing. Vinyl fencing can offer benefits that other fences cannot offer such as: Low maintenance. Vinyl fences won’t rot, warp, or ever need staining or […]

J&W Lumber is now a proud distributor of OUTDECO’s decorative modular screen panels, available for purchase at all of our six locations and in our online store. Six unique styles available. OUTDECO’s innovation, tried and tested in the harsh conditions of Australia, comes to the landscapes of America. The timber-based panels are made from 97% hardwood material. […]

The GroGreen Garden Box Kits from J&W Lumber are the prefect planters for growing your own vegetables or flowers. The well-designed, 100% redwood raised garden box is not only durable, but looks beautiful in any yard or patio. The garden box kits are 12″ tall and available in 2’x4′, 2’x6′, 4’x4′, 4’x6′, and 4’x8′ sizes. Want to elevate your garden box?

Yesterday we hosted our annual Outdoor Living show and, once again, it was a great success! With over 25 vendors ready to answer questions and perform demos, our preferred customers and contractors got to mingle, enjoy good food, and learn about the latest products in the outdoor building industry. They also got the very first […]

Wondering how the boards you find in our racks are made? Check out this video from one of our suppliers.