Fence Installation Tips
Fence Installation Tips for Residential Applications. A fence can improve your home’s curb appeal, provide security, increase privacy, and offer protection from the elements. Although Front Range Lumber does not do fence installations, we offer the following advice. Fence Posts: At least 24” should be below ground level. Cut all the posts after the concrete…
Split Rail Fence
A picket-type fence is most common, but a good alternative where privacy is not an issue is a split rail type fence. Often generically referred to as split rail; but more accurately there is a true split rail cedar fence versus a post and rail type fence. Both types have multiple (2 or 3) horizontal…
All Boards are Not Created Equal!
Front Range Lumber strives to carry the best grade (or version) possible in construction lumber boards in our inventory mix, to meet the exact needs of your project. We offer this better version while keeping an eye on the cost – of course a perfect version is best but it also comes with a perfect…
Eight Spring Maintenance Tips For Your Home
Take a break from the news and start tackling these home spring maintenance tips & projects. With the new Shelter in Place order in Colorado, we all have some time to do those projects we’ve been putting off. When possible, get the kids involved – it’s all about teamwork! Eight spring projects to do while…
Construction Loan Advice
What to consider before you get a construction loan. We used a construction loan to assist us through the construction of our 2nd lumber yard in Fort Lupton. Here’s a few construction loan tips we learned from the process: Get bills from contractors and suppliers as soon as possible, even partials and use this information…
The Characteristics of Walnut
As a new contributor to our blog, Andy speaks to the characteristics of walnut. Walnut is commonly called black walnut. This American hardwood is widely available in a variety of sizes. Lengths generally do not exceed 12’. The more desirable boards come from the heartwood with a familiar darker brown color as opposed to the…
Taking Stock
The latest information on products we sell. Taking stock! We will be updating this post as new updates become available, so check back often. James Hardie Just announced they are discontinuing all HardiTrim items in both regular primed and their pre-finished lines! Therefore, other than what is in the pipeline, there is none! Effective immediately,…
How To Apply Penofin Stain
We are one of the largest Penofin stain dealers in the extended Denver metro area. Penofin exterior wood finishes, wood stains, and wood care products set the bar for quality, durability, and ease of maintenance among discerning consumers, craftsmen, and professionals. We stock Penofin Verde Stain, Ultra Premium Red Label Stain, Premium Blue Label Stain…
