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Knowledge and Lumber: They Go Together (Really)

Last updated on December 17, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Having been in the lumber business for over two hundred years, J. Gibson McIlvain Lumber is confident that knowledge is an important ingredient in our success. Former customers like Presidents Adams and Jefferson and job sites like the White House and the Smithsonian Institute let you know how rich and successful our lumber dynasty has […]

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Promoting Lacey Act Compliance When FSC Certification Isn’t Enough

Last updated on October 21, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

The 2011 raids on Gibson Guitar headquarters has served to underscore the significance of Lacey Act compliance — and the insufficiency of certification. According to Gibson Guitar CEO Henry Juszkiewicz, the raid included armed federal marshals that “came in, evacuated our factory, shut down production, sent our employees home and confiscated wood.” The way the […]

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Rehmeyer Wood Floors – 3 Terms We Hold Dear

Last updated on October 7, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Rehmeyer Wood Floors is certainly not opposed to new technology; after all, we provide virtual tours of our mill and love uploading new photos and customer reviews of our work. But the work itself, we do by hand. In a day when shelves are lined with identical items and sometimes houses can be distinguished from […]

Filed Under: Construction, Hardwood Floors

If the Price for Lumber Seems “Too Good To Be True,” It Probably Is

Last updated on September 21, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

As hardwoods and softwoods prices have continued to rise, plywood and millwork prices have remained steady. How does that make sense? The only logical explanation is that you’re not getting the same quality product that you used to get. Maybe you’ve noticed the same kind of thing at the grocery store; I know I have. […]

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Wide Plank Flooring, Custom-Milled by Rehmeyer

Last updated on August 10, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Here at Rehmeyer Precision Millwork, Inc., we design and create Custom Milled & Engineered hardwood flooring. Our specialty flooring is made from precision-milled, end-matched, tongue-and-grooved wide plank wood. We offer a selection of options, ranging from reclaimed wood to character-grade lumber. Our mill is dedicated to crafting each floor individually, fully embracing the concept of […]

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Why You Should Call an Electrician Before Summer Heats Up

Last updated on April 17, 2015 by Sozo Staff 7 Comments

Now that the winter chill is finally behind us, it’s time to anticipate the warmth of summer. Except that we like to keep that at bay, as well. The modern convenience of air conditioning can create a more comfortable living situation, but it also comes with a price tag. For budget-savvy homeowners, there are two […]

Filed Under: Construction, Electrical

Selecting the Right Wood for a Log Home

Last updated on February 17, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

When planning to build a log home, you want to put care into every step of the project, from developing the layout of each room to determining what features will fit in a customer’s budget. However, one of the most important considerations entails choosing the right building materials for the home. You’ll want to consider […]

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Plantation-Grown Fijian Mahogany: A Surprisingly Ideal Alternative to Genuine Mahogany

Last updated on February 4, 2015 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Our main goal at J. Gibson McIlvain Lumber has never been to find the least expensive lumber or offer the lowest prices in the industry; instead, we focus on providing our discriminating customers with quality, sustainably and responsibly harvested lumber and lumber products. If we’re going to be accused of anything remotely problematic, we’d happily […]

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How the Teak Lumber Market Favors Home Builders

Last updated on November 4, 2014 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

It’s no secret that the Teak market has traditionally revolved around boat builders. That industry’s high standards require lumber importers to purchase a larger volume of Teak than boat builders require, simply because not all FEQ Teak will meet the strict requirements of the boat building industry. That situation is actually very good for home […]

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Exciting News for the Future of Teak

Last updated on October 22, 2014 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

July 2014 marks a landmark decision in the long-time saga surrounding the Myanmar Teak market. On the heels of a logging ban, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) is allowing members of the International Wood Products Association (IWPA) to import wood directly from the Myanmar Timber Enterprise (MTE). The granting of […]

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Advantages of Wood Floors over Carpets

Last updated on October 15, 2014 by Sozo Staff 8 Comments

When planning to build or renovate a home, an important decision involves determining what kind of floors you’ll use. Often, people debate whether they’ll want to implement wood floors or carpet in a house. However, many just plain prefer wood floors over carpet due to ease of cleaning, durability, and attractiveness. So, how do they […]

Filed Under: Construction, Hardwood Floors

Understanding Higher Prices for Thinner Boards

Last updated on September 17, 2014 by Sozo Staff Leave a Comment

Here in North America, 4/4 lumber is considered standard. In fact, it’s by far the most popular thickness we sell here at J. Gibson McIlvain Lumber. However, it may come as a surprise to you that 4/4 lumber is not preferred across the globe, the way it is here. The rest of the world prefers […]

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