The Right Way to Store Left Over Paint

The Right Way to Store Left Over Paint

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TREX 

This is not to be interpreted as a warranty nor should any of these hints override any of Trex’s own instructions. Please refer to their full instructions or call 1-800-BUY-TREX or access www.trex.com Decking material should be AT least the newer versions of “1x” or 2x material (Trex or otherwise). Trex is NOT structural and should not be used for supporting posts, joists or beams. Save the 1x for trim, fascia etc. We suggest that you ALWAYS use the 2x6 boards on stairs. Prevent waviness or “warping” of Trex by storing as flat as possible. Placing it directly on a driveway is a popular and certainly adequate method. However, the preferred method of storage is to lay the Trex across multiple “stickers”, that are approximately 24” apart (2x4’s or other scraps of lumber placed underneath to hold and support the product off the ground). Do not use treated lumber for this purpose as it can stain the Trex. Avoid laying Trex directly on rock or gravel beds or other irregular surface to prevent any marring of the product.

COLORS

ALL Trex colors fade somewhat. These hues: Madeira Red, Woodland Brown and Saddle Brown fade a very nominal 3-5%. In essence, they’ll remain the same color. Winchester Gray will change to a medium-gray. Regardless of their beginning status, all boards of the same color will eventually fade to a similar color. Each piece of Trex has red or black printing along the side of the board. This will indicate the source of that particular board including the plant, shift and year manufactured. We recommend that you re-cut both ends of each piece of Trex to obtain a clean crisp end. We recommend that you
keep at least one end “scrap” for possible reference in theunlikely event of a warranty claim. Always verify that the entire shipment you receive is the same color, BEFORE the project begins. Remember some of the pieces you receive may have faded more than others. Although Trex is a man-made material, each batch (this can mean different lengths or sizes) may start out as slightly different colors due to the manufacturing and distribution/ storage/handling process. Not to worry though, all will fade to the same general hue. Please allow approximately two months for Trex to attain its final color. 

The New Transcends version of Trex are colorfast in the following colors: TreeHouse, Gravel Path, Firepit, Vintage Lantern, Lava Rock and Spiced Rum.

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Front Range Lumber: We're a Sponsoring Member of BUILT GREEN COLORADO

Front Range Lumber: We're a Sponsoring Member of BUILT GREEN COLORADO: 

We are proud to support this program by stocking decking and engineered wood products that are listed on the Built Green checklist. Whether...

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It’s such a natural product and America’s greatest renewable resource but it’s not perfect.

Regardless of grade, wood can split, twist, warp, cup, stain, weather, bow and crack. MDF moldings, engineered lumber and composite decking all mitigate some or all of the problems of all “pure” wood products. However, they come with their own set of disadvantages. For example, you cannot stain MDF moldings for a natural wood grain color and pattern look. One of the other “disadvantages” these man-made products have created is the increased expectation for a consistent and high quality. This is where wood falls down. 
By its very nature wood is NOT uniform in color, grain, weight, density or appearance. With these variations comes a wide range of qualities that the industry standardizes into differing grade levels. As part of those grade rules, wood is graded under varying standards. For instance, 1x boards are typically only graded to on side and one/two edges. Think about it – most uses of a 1x board leaves only those surfaces exposed. In the case of cedar boards, they are only graded to the one rough side. Framing lumber is usually judged on its knot and strength aspects, not its appearance.
We should expect boards that simply aren’t perfect, Mother Nature isn’t taking orders from us humans.
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CAMO Screws

Check out the “CAMO” screw system on the web. It is a simple, low cost hidden fastening system eliminating many of the problems and difficulties in working with other hidden systems. CAMO allows for easy removal/replacement of just one board. It automatically gaps deck boards properly and sets up quickly. The screws come in two sizes to accommodate both 1x and 2x decking materials.

A Full Selection of Cedar!

We stock a full selection, including longer lengths of boards, timbers, decking, dimension sized lumber, lattice, post caps and so on. The quality we’re seeing is excellent, some of the best we’ve seen. Watch availability and pricing. As of June, the mills are having difficulty logging; the wet spring and early summer are hampering access to the trees. This tightens the supply side dramatically creating some spot shortages and higher prices.

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Front Range Lumber: A few ‘tricks of the trade’ that Front Range Lumber has learned in the 13 years we’ve been dealing with Trex Products.

Front Range Lumber: A few ‘tricks of the trade’ that Front Range Lumber has learned in the 13 years we’ve been dealing with Trex Products.

A few ‘tricks of the trade’ that Front Range Lumber has learned in the 13 years we’ve been dealing with Trex Products.

TREX
This is not to be interpreted as a warranty nor should any of these hints override any of Trex’s own instructions. Please refer to their full instructions or call 1-800-BUY-TREX or access www.trex.com Decking material should be AT least the newer versions of “1x” or 2x material (Trex or otherwise). Trex is NOT structural and should not be used for supporting posts, joists or beams. Save the 1x for trim, fascia etc. We suggest that you ALWAYS use the 2x6 boards on stairs. Prevent waviness or “warping” of Trex by storing as flat as possible. Placing it directly on a driveway is a popular and certainly adequate method. However, the preferred method of storage is to lay the Trex across multiple “stickers”, that are approximately 24” apart (2x4’s or other scraps of lumber placed underneath to hold and support the product off the ground). Do not use treated lumber for this purpose as it can stain the Trex. Avoid laying Trex directly on rock or gravel beds or other irregular surface to prevent any marring of the product.
COLORS
ALL Trex colors fade somewhat. These hues: Madeira Red, Woodland Brown and Saddle Brown fade a very nominal 3-5%. In essence, they’ll remain the same color. Winchester Gray will change to a medium-gray. Regardless of their beginning status, all boards of the same color will eventually fade to a similar color. Each piece of Trex has red or black printing along the side of the board. This will indicate the source of that particular board including the plant, shift and year manufactured. We recommend that you re-cut both ends of each piece of Trex to obtain a clean crisp end. We recommend that you
keep at least one end “scrap” for possible reference in theunlikely event of a warranty claim. Always verify that the entire shipment you receive is the same color, BEFORE the project begins. Remember some of the pieces you receive may have faded more than others. Although Trex is a man-made material, each batch (this can mean different lengths or sizes) may start out as slightly
different colors due to the manufacturing and distribution/ storage/handling process. Not to worry though, all will fade to the same general hue. Please allow approximately two months for Trex to attain its final color. The New Transcends version of Trex are colorfast in the following colors: TreeHouse, Gravel Path, Firepit, Vintage Lantern, Lava Rock and Spiced Rum.

How to Choose the Right Brush

How to Choose the Right Brush

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We're a Sponsoring Member of BUILT GREEN COLORADO

We are proud to support this program by stocking decking and engineered wood products that are listed on the Built Green checklist. Whether you're a builder using these products to receive the Built Green designation or a homeowner sensitive to the environment, your Built Green purchase represents your commitment to the future and improving the way we live.  

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Front Range Lumber Company is a full-service lumberyard and hardware store serving the extended metro Denver area since 1965 at our location in Lakewood, Colorado. We are a family-owned and operated business that prides itself on providing excellent customer service.

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