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Check Your Deck - May is Deck Safety Month
On May 7, 2020 in Decking by Adam Brunette Adam Brunette
Check Your Deck - May is Deck Safety Month
Before you start spending a lot of time outside on the deck with family and friends, there are a number of things you should check to make sure everyone stays safe and has a good time.
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Cleaning Countertops and Cabinets
On April 13, 2020 in Cabinetry, Cabinets, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Cleaning Countertops and Cabinets
While we clean our kitchen countertops and bathroom vanity tops every day; and the cabinets occasionally, there are times when we need to be sure they are as clean and germ-free as we can get them. You may want to do this when you are moving into a new home or apartment — you may need to do it because of health concerns. Whatever the reason for the need to clean, here’s some information on cleaning, deep cleaning and not damaging countertops or cabinets. A good rule to follow is ALWAYS test whatever you are using on a small inconspicuous area first.
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Awesome Accessories: Sorting Through Cabinet Storage Options
On March 13, 2020 in Cabinets, DIY, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Awesome Accessories: Sorting Through Cabinet Storage Options
The designers at Marling locations can help you sort out what you may or may not need and also talk about how each might push up your price point. Here are some things to think about when you are considering cabinet storage options.
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Exterior Color Trends and Design
On February 25, 2020 in General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Exterior Color Trends and Design
Color trends come and go but it’s likely you will be remaining in your home for a while so if you are making a big change, take a little time to think about it. Remember, you can browse a Marling showroom and look at new colors and some of the “re-invented” tried and true colors for siding, doors, shutters, exterior trim, and shingles.
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Windows and Deciphering the Label
On January 14, 2020 in Windows by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Windows and Deciphering the Label
There are all sorts of styles and options around when you are buying windows, and then there’s the label with more numbers than an elementary school math test. The numbers are measurements of heat, sunlight blockage, light transmission and air leakage. They allow you to pick the most efficient window from the styles you can chose from. The sales staff at Marling locations can help you navigate your way through styles and efficiency.
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Selecting an Exterior Door
On October 22, 2019 in Doors by Thomas Fortune Thomas Fortune
Selecting an Exterior Door
Your front door reflects the style of your home but it also says, “welcome” and tells people a little bit about your personal style. It is the center point of the public’s first impression of your home. If you are working on a budget with your building or home improvement needs, consider ordering your entry door first because of the important first impression it makes. Sales associates at Marling Lumber can talk to you about wood versus fiberglass versus metal doors as well as specifics about glass. Here’s some information about trends and styles.
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Surviving a Remodel
On August 6, 2019 in DIY, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
Surviving a Remodel
You’ve done it - made the decision to have that remodel done. The design is great, you have your contractor picked out and you are ready! Or are you? Sure, you think you’ve got every detail planned - but stuff happens. So, despite your best efforts to be prepared for everything, prepare to be flexible. Here’s some tips and information you need to take care of and remember about a remodeling project.
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Trends in Deck Design
On June 28, 2019 in Decking by Lukas Radtke Lukas Radtke
Trends in Deck Design

There are new colors, new graining, new board widths, new railing options, new lighting and all sorts of accessories. What does that mean? It means you aren’t tied to that old design of traditional one-width deck boards laid out in a horizontal pattern. The decking professionals at Marling Lumber and HomeWorks can help with your deck designs and there is a huge outdoor display at our Madison location and plenty of samples to see at our Janesville location.

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Tagged With: Azek Decking, deckdesign, decking, Deckorators, decktrends, outdoorliving, Regal Rail, TimberTech, Trex
May Is Deck Safety Month
On May 13, 2019 in Decking, General by Tricia Pesce Tricia Pesce
May Is Deck Safety Month
Deck Safety Month is the perfect time to check and be sure your deck is in tip-top shape for the upcoming deck season.
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Before and After - What a transformation!
On April 5, 2019 in Cabinets, General by Gage O'Laughlin Gage O'Laughlin
Before and After - What a transformation!
his gorgeous remodel by Marling Lumber and HomeWorks Designer Kelly Pallesen gave the homeowners a more functional, bright kitchen. They wanted additional storage, up-to-date cabinets and just an all-around updated and more modern feel.
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  • Check Your Deck - May is Deck Safety Month Posted 2 months ago
    Before you start spending a lot of time outside on the deck with family and friends, there are a number of things you should check to make sure everyone stays safe and has a good time. If you need new boards, new railings or new lighting, the sales associates at Marling can help you with your options. If you’ve ...
  • Cleaning Countertops and Cabinets Posted 3 months ago
    While we clean our kitchen countertops and bathroom vanity tops every day; and the cabinets occasionally, there are times when we need to be sure they are as clean and germ-free as we can get them. You may want to do this when you are moving into a new home or apartment — you may need to do it ...
  • Awesome Accessories: Sorting Through Cabinet Storage Options Posted 4 months ago
    There’s rollout trays, pullouts, pull-down storage, inserts for drawers, a myriad of pantry cabinet choices and dozens and dozens of specialized storage options for cabinets. It’s tempting to add something to every cabinet in the kitchen, bathroom and even the entertainment area — but remember, they can push the price up and they may not be as useful as ...
  • Exterior Color Trends and Design Posted 4 months ago
      Color trends come and go but it’s likely you will be remaining in your home for a while so if you are making a big change, take a little time to think about it. Remember, you can browse a Marling showroom and look at new colors and some of the “re-invented” tried and true colors for siding, doors, shutters, ...
  • Windows and Deciphering the Label Posted 6 months ago
      There are all sorts of styles and options around when you are buying windows, and then there’s the label with more numbers than an elementary school math test. The numbers are measurements of heat, sunlight blockage, light transmission and air leakage. They allow you to pick the most efficient window from the styles you can chose from. The sales ...
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