Monthly Archives: June 2021
- June 28, 2021
Twist bits are the most common type of drill bit, and our go-to bit here at Dunn DIY. In this episode of Tools 101, we'll cover what they are, when to use them, and how to care for them.
- June 28, 2021
Manufactured decking gives you unique opportunities to customize your deck design. In this episode of our decking series, we share tips for planning the layout of your deck.
- June 21, 2021
Building (or repairing) your deck stairs? Check out this tutorial for constructing rock-solid stair posts that won't wobble over time.
- June 15, 2021
The 3-4-5 method is a method you can use to square up the framework of your deck. Each number represents a length of a side of a right triangle. When the sides measure up accordingly, you'll have a perfect 90-degree angle.
- June 14, 2021
In episode 5 of our cabinet series, Eric gives us an overview of cabinet delivery day, what to do if your cabinets arrive damaged, and what to know before scheduling your cabinet installation.
- June 13, 2021
Why are lumber prices so high?
The lumber industry is in the midst of a supply crisis,
raising the cost of lumber to an all-time high.What's making wood so expensive?
how does a lumber shortage happen?
The decline in lumber supply didn't happen overnight—today's shortage is the result of strains at every level of the supply chain.
tracking a cost on the rise
Over the last 18 months, lumber costs have risen dramatically—in some cases, more than 300 percent. Here's a look at how prices have fluctuated for two of our most popular lumber products.
SPF Prices
OSB Prices
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