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25
Apr

Lumber Price Update for April 2023

Get Ahead of the Game: What You Need to Know About Lumber Prices for April 2023 At Peninsular Lumber, we appreciate and recognize that our esteemed clients who build custom homes and those seeking to complete lumber work projects are eager to know the expected prices. In this article, we will provide a thorough, informative, and instructive update on what is anticipated in terms of the lumber price forecast for…

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15
Mar

How to Build a Wooden Deck with Lumber

Are you searching for easy steps on how to build a wooden deck that offers a great outdoor space for relaxing, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends? Building a wooden deck with lumber is a popular option for homeowners in Tampa because it's customizable, durable, budget-friendly, and likely to be utilized year-round. In this step-by-step guide, you will find easy-to-follow instructions on how to build a wooden deck…

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30
Jan

Will Lumber Prices Go Down in 2023?

What can we expect from lumber prices in 2023? In recent months, lumber prices have been on the rise, and now nearly every commodity market predicts a continuation of this trend. If you are thinking about the future of lumber prices, it is essential to know what has caused the recent rise in price and how this will affect the industry as a whole to give you an idea of…

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27
Jan

Tips to Reinforce Decks With Lumber

How to Reinforce a Deck Lumber is a cheap, durable, and strong material. You should rethink your materials if you're not using lumber when building a deck or any other structure requiring heavy use. Decks can easily crack and splinter if not reinforced with a material or design that prevents these things from happening. Many people think that deck boards should flex and bend as the deck moves, but this…

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16
Dec

The Best Lumber Brands for Deck Construction

Full-Service Lumber for Decking in Tampa Bay When you need lumber for decking projects, our full-service lumber company in Tampa offers high-quality building materials, competitive pricing, and the area's largest selection of pressure-treated wood. Peninsular Lumber provides a selection of composite and wood products and materials for building a deck that's beautiful and functional. Why choose Peninsular Lumber? Peninsular Lumber provides quality decking materials for residents in Tampa Bay and surrounding…

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14
Aug

3 Tips for Choosing the Best Decking Lumber

Advantages of Using Deck Lumber for Your Home Whether you're constructing a brand new deck or upgrading an existing one, this is an exciting home improvement project that can truly enhance the look and feel of your property. There are a few different materials to choose from, but you can't go wrong with the many tried-and-true types of natural wood. Today, we're going to go over the advantages of using deck…

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10
Jun

Lumber Price Update for June 2022 Continues to Favor the Housing Market

What will you pay for lumber in June 2022? Lumber prices continue to favor the buyer over the past few weeks. There has never been a better time to build a house. In addition, the housing market can breathe a sigh of relief following the British Columbia floods late last year that disrupted supplies and pushed prices to $1,733 per thousand board feet. Lumber Price Update for June 2022 The price…

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25
May

5 Home Improvement Projects to Complete this Summer

Looking to complete some home improvement projects this summer? Here are a few recommendations! Summer is a great time to finish your home improvement projects. Give your house a thorough power wash and retouch the flaky paint to make your home’s exterior seem sparkling new again. Visit your local lumber yard to replace decaying wood or build a DIY fence. Here are five home improvement projects for the summer season:…

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12
May

Peninsular Lumber is 75 Years Old in 2022!

Pen Lumber has been your lumber company in Tampa Bay for 75 Years! Peninsular Lumber has been a household name in the Tampa Bay Area when it comes to lumber and building materials. We have served homeowners and custom home contractors in their home improvement and construction projects since 1947. So, regardless of what materials you need, you can surely find them from our selection. The year 2022 marks a…

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20
Mar

Lumber Prices Update for March 2022

How have lumber prices changed in March 2022? Over the past two years, lumber prices have been extremely volatile. Supply and mobility restrictions and the unexpected spike in real estate demand have led to a rollercoaster of price changes. Lumber prices quickly crossed the $1,000 mark early in the pandemic, and while the situation eased after the massive bubble in May 2021, the start of 2022 saw prices rise once…

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