Fall is upon us – the official first day of Fall was September 22. With summer behind us, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the milder weather and start planning your fall vegetable garden. Fall vegetables are those that can withstand cooler weather and less sunlight – cruciferous and root vegetables do […]

One of our customers shared a photo of garden boxes purchased at J&W Lumber. They look great!

Wood fencing, decking, and other outdoor structures all have to endure the effects of time, sun, and weather. They need to be properly protected in order to maintain their beautiful appearance and strength throughout the years. The following protective measures can help keep your wooden structures safe from the elements. Guard against the sun. Your […]

Lumber decking is absolutely beautiful, but it does require maintenance and diligence on the part of the homeowner. For many busy people, composite decking is an ideal solution. Composite decks provide the same stunning appearance as those made from lumber without any of the typical maintenance. There are several different composite materials available from J & […]

Lumber is great for building beautiful, long-lasting objects and structures for your home or garden. Learn about lumber, wooden fence installations, and garden boxes by exploring the resources listed below. Are you about to install a fence? Learn about fence etiquette and finding property lines with this article from HouseLogic.com. WoodUniversity.org provides a detailed glossary […]

If you’ve decided to save yourself some money and install a fence with your own two hands, you’ve made a great decision. Before you get down to business, however, you’ll need to plan ahead if you want to avoid some of the most common mistakes DIY fencers encounter during installation. Here are some tips for […]

You can enhance your lumber-purchasing experience by learning the terminology used to describe different cuts and measurements of lumber beforehand. Rough lumber, hardwood, and defects are among the important terms you should know. Continue reading to learn more. Rough Lumber Rough lumber is any cut of lumber that has not be planed smooth. Some people […]

There’s a new tool you absolutely need in your woodshop, and the great thing is that you can download it straight to your smart phone. It’s the Woodshop Widget app, and it offers all of the wood-related information you need in the palm of your hand. The Woodshop Widget app for the iPhone and iPad […]

Having a garden box in your backyard is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors—but one of the greatest rewards is the variety of plants you can successfully grow in a garden box. These plants will not only look great, but will taste great too. Here are five plants that will do well […]