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• Surviving a Remodel Posted last week
  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 ...
• Trends in Deck Design Posted last month
  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 ...
• May Is Deck Safety Month Posted 3 months ago
  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. We’ve got a checklist for you to go through and if it turns out you need a new deck, consult one of our associates at Marling Lumber and HomeWorks. You can get ...
• Before and After - What a transformation! Posted 4 months ago
  What a transformation! This 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. The removal of the soffit yielded tons more storage and added a lot more light. Some flooring in a more contemporary style made the ...
• Collaborative design with the KraftMaid Vantage Design Studio Posted 6 months ago
    A store within a store is nothing new. The big box stores thought of that concept a while ago. Collections within a store are organized like little boutiques. It helps you with choices - all the shoes are together; all the sportswear is together, and all the sleepwear is together. You get the idea. Kitchen and bath stores are the ...