Start Your Spring Decking Project with Suburban Lumber
Spring is finally here, marking the start of our favorite time of year: decking season. Most homeowners are emerging after winter, eager to fire up the grill and indulge in...
Exciting Home Exterior Trends
“Curb appeal” has become a common phrase when buying, selling or upgrading your home. While everyone wants the exterior of their home to look great, “curb appeal” can get pushed...
8 Tips to Help Make Your Deck More Inviting
We’re all looking forward to spending more time outdoors this summer! To help make your outdoor space more inviting, we’ve put together some tips that can help create a deck...
Keeping Your Deck Cool During a Hot Summer
For most, the benefits of composite decking vastly outweigh the downfalls. And although its durability, ease of maintenance, and other perks have contributed to its rise in popularity over the...
Decking Color Trends of 2019
When you look at a brand new deck, the first thing you notice is probably the most visible characteristic—its color. The color of your deck can set the tone for...
Looking Back on 65 Years of Suburban Lumber
As Suburban Lumber celebrates its 65th year in business, our team has taken this opportunity to look back and reflect on the milestones, people, and community that helped get us...
What to Consider When Choosing a Deck Railing
When most people start on a deck project, they focus on the deck boards and which material to use. But there’s a lot more to a deck than just the...
Replacing Historic Windows the Right Way
In Cedar Rapids, especially in the Southeast side, there are hundreds of historic homes that are beautifully preserved and maintained. If you close your eyes, you can probably picture one...
Choosing A Composite Deck Color
When building a deck, there are a lot of things to consider. Many of these decisions are best made with the help of decking experts who can explain your options...
The Best Decking for Your Climate: Composite Decking vs. Iowa Winters
Anything that is outdoors year-round in Iowa will face some extreme temperatures. From the heat and humidity of late July to the bitterly cold months of snow and ice, your...