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In This Issue:
Preventing Drywall Cracks
Managing Customer Expectations
Tips & Tricks of the Trade
New Product!
Upcoming Events
Employee Spotlight
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At Evanston Lumber, we recognize the need for sustainable design
or "green building". In keeping with this philosophy, we are proud
to tell you that we currently have numerous products that are
eco-friendly or "green" in-stock. Many of these products have been
sold at Evanston Lumber for years, while others are recent
additions to our ever-expanding list of green building supplies.
We are constantly looking to expand our green product offerings,
and welcome any suggestions on either "green" products that you
would like to see us stock, or products that you would like a
"greener" alternative for.
Green FAQ's
Check out our Green Products
Suggest Green Products
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Preventing Drywall Cracks
About 75% of what homebuyers see as they walk through a new home
prior to closing is the wall finish. Drywall makes up a large part
of the home's interior, and flaws are visible immediately.
Customers, therefore, will tend to focus closely on the quality of
the interior finish. Problems such as edge cracks, nail pops,
visible seams, and sloppy or unfinished work contribute to
customer dissatisfaction. And many customers judge the
construction quality of the entire home by the quality of the
interior finish.
The
overall finished appearance of a wall or ceiling depends largely
on the quality of the framing, mechanicals, insulation, and
drywall hanging-the better these components of the home are, the
easier it is to have a near-perfect wall. Many drywall flaws are
actually caused during the framing stage; they usually result from
a lack of attention to detail during the framing stage. There are
many different ways that drywall can become flawed. Here are a few
examples:
Drywall problem #1: Corner bead pops
Possible causes: Corner studs moving independently
Read more...
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Managing Customer Expectations
When customers purchase new homes, they bring certain expectations
about what they want to the construction process. Customers paint
a picture in their heads of their new homes. If their real homes
don't match those visions, they may be disappointed. As a builder,
you have an opportunity at construction meetings to help make the
picture in the customer's head matches the home you're building.
If you do an effective job at construction meetings, you can help
customers to better understand the homes you're building for them,
and if they understand their new homes, they're likely to be
happier and more satisfied.
Read more...
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Tips & Tricks of the Trade
Your Questions Answered!
Q: My homeowner is very price sensitive, but wants a large
primed moulding for their home. Any suggestions on a moulding that
would fit their budget?
A: We suggest using MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard).
This product is very strong, provides longevity and is resistant
to warping that occurs over time caused by moisture. Homeowners
benefit from the cost savings compared to real wood because MDF is
man-made (from wood fibers), rather than particles. Compressed
with adhesive, its surface is smooth, so it's easy to apply
varnishes, laminates and paints directly to the surface. Plus,
it's easily cut, drilled and machined. Evanston Lumber now
stocks 14 MDF moulding profiles, which include casing, base
and crown.
If you have any questions or would like more information,
samples or pricing on this product, please contact an Evanston
Lumber Sales Representative (847) 864-7700, or
e-mail us.
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New Product!
Aeratis PVC Porch Flooring
In keeping with our goal of finding the best products available
for our customers, we have discovered a great PVC Porch Flooring
that we now stock - Aeratis. Some great features of this
product are:
• It is made with PVC, organic and inorganic materials, so it's
performance is far superior to that of wood - basically, it
will never rot!
• It carries a Class "A" fire rating
• It can be used on covered and uncovered porch applications
• It can be painted, but it isn't required
• It has the workability of wood, and is installed using
the same methods
(click
here for installation instructions)
• It comes with a 20 year warranty
Aeratis Porch Flooring has a traditional 7/8" x 3-1/8"
tongue and groove profile, and it is available in 10', 12' and 16'
lengths. Aeratis also offers traditional profiles to finish
the edge of the porch including quarter-round, half-round nosing,
ogee nosing and Chamfer nosing in 8' lengths. The colors we
stock for this product are Redwood and Weathered.
(Click here to read more)
If you have any questions or would like more information,
samples or pricing on this product, please contact an Evanston
Lumber Sales Representative (847) 864-7700, or
e-mail us.
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Upcoming Events
Composite Trim Seminar
When:
Sept. 11
12pm - 2pm
Where:
Tommy Nevin's Pub
1450 Sherman Avenue, Evanston
Driving Directions
Products Featured:
James Hardie
MiraTEC
SmartSide Trim
RSVP NOW!
Don't miss this opportunity to learn all about Composite Trim
& the products available!
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Employee Spotlight
Name: Earl Knodel
Years of Service: 33
Position: Sales (Windows & Doors)
Q: What do you like best about working at Evanston Lumber
Design Center?
A: I love dealing with the customers. They really make my
day.
Q: What do you enjoy doing when you aren't working?
A: Participating in boy scouts, and ballroom dancing.
Q: Tell us about your family
A: I have 2 boys - they are both grown and away.
Q: What is a little know fact about you?
A: I have worked at Evanston Lumber longer than anyone here
- including Bob!
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