Building success is a lot easier with someone in your court—that’s why Dunn Lumber has been by your side for more than 100 years, providing the greater Seattle area with trusted advice and quality materials. Over time, we've built long-lasting relationships with the contractors, craftspeople, and skilled staff who walk through our doors.
Dunn Contractor is where those decades of knowledge and expertise come together. Here, you’ll find trusted advice and resources designed to help you—the carpenter, general contractor, window installer, or homeowner—feel confident on the projects you undertake. From tutorials and safety tips to professional advice and industry insights, we’re here to provide you with the trusted knowledge you need to help you succeed.
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to DIY a home improvement project? The pay-off can be a lot bigger than just saving money—that’s what father and son Dennis and Connor McCormick learned through their first deck-building experience.
Why is a two-by-four not actually a two-by-four? In this discussion with Dave Borgatti of Seattle's Wood Technology Center, we explain the difference between nominal and actual lumber size and learn some helpful tips and best practices.
At Dunn, we know wood is our greatest renewable resource, which is why engineered lumber is such an important product. In this video, learn why engineered wood is so sustainable—and why some prefer it to natural lumber.
Painting PVC trim is a necessary part of the home building process that can add a lot of time and energy. Today we're taking a look at AZEK's paint-specific PVC trim product.
Wood Technology Center instructor Dave Borgatti gives us a brief history of lumber manufacturing and how lumber sizing and naming have evolved over the years.
Seattle Central College's Wood Technology Center provides some of the best woodworking education you can find; in this post, we learn the history of the center and an overview of its core offerings.
ADUs have gained popularity in the past few years; in this post, Certified ADU Specialist and architect Katherine Pelz tells us why.
Drywalling is a craft that requires skill and several years of on-the-job experience to master. Today, we’re sitting down with expert drywall contractor Darryl Peterson of Peterson Brothers Drywall to better understand the ins and outs of a drywall project.
In the final episode of our series with Eric, we’re talking about the little details in a cabinet project that can cause big surprises if and when they arise.
Home is what you make it. It's a feeling. It's a place where you can settle in and live out the truest expression of yourself. Your home is your canvas, your signature. It's not a place to be ordinary. You're not. And neither are the spaces where we live. They are inspired. They are unique. They are reflections of our dreams, hopes, and aspirations. This is your chance to transform that imagined future into a reality - with wood stain, wall paint, and nails. Here you can do it yourself. Here you can be elegant, but gritty, independent, but empowered. It is a place where you can inspire and be inspired, a place where you can make it yours.
Dunn Lumber has been providing the greater Seattle area with expert service and quality materials for over 100 years. Over time, we've made long-lasting relationships with contractors and craftsmen.
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