Dec
2022
Tips for Using Radiant Heating with Wood Floors
One of the best parts of living in Montana is experiencing all the seasons – and yes, we include wintertime. However, as much as we may love the...
Oct
2022
Five Reasons to Choose Circle Sawn Flooring
Circle sawn flooring holds a host of benefits for any building project. From durability and low-maintenance perks to a classic look that you’ll love...
Aug
2022
Is Unfinished Wood Flooring Right for You?
If you've recently been in the market for wood flooring, you may have been surprised by just how many options are available. From various textures and...
Jul
2022
6 Benefits of Choosing Wood Flooring
Wood floors offer a timeless look that can change the entire feel of your home. Even with the many different flooring options now available, the look...
Apr
2022
Guide to Circle Sawn Wood Flooring
At Marks Lumber, our number one selling product is our circular sawn wood flooring. With years of experience manufacturing circle sawn Douglas fir...
Jan
2022
Stunning Home Details For Your Custom Montana Home
There’s no question that Montana is a special place to live. With its natural, rugged beauty, there’s really no place else like the Big Sky state....
Nov
2021
Skip Sawn, Wire Brushed, and Circle Sawn Flooring: What Does it All Mean?
Choosing flooring can be one of the hardest decisions you're faced with while building or remodeling your home. Not only do you have to decide on...
Oct
2021
Solid vs. Engineered Wood: How to Choose What's Right for You
When it comes to flooring, solid wood and engineered wood are both popular choices for home and commercial buildings alike. There are pros and cons to...
Sep
2021
Why Rocky Mountain Douglas Fir Makes Excellent Wood Products
At Marks Lumber, we manufacture high-quality, circle-sawn lumber, timbers, siding, and flooring – all from locally-grown Douglas fir timber. Rocky...
Sep
2021
Is Wood Flooring or Carpet a Better Investment for Your Home?
When it comes time to install or replace flooring in your home, you're met with several options, from wood flooring to carpet, vinyl, concrete, and...
Sep
2021
What Contractors Can Expect From Working With Marks Lumber
At Marks Lumber, we've been partnering with both residential and commercial building contractors for decades. When homeowners and...
May
2021
The Versatility of Circle Sawn Wood Flooring
Circle sawn wood flooring may have a rustic appearance, but it’s being used by builders and homeowners to achieve a variety of unique looks. From...
Feb
2021
How You Know It's Time to Replace Your Wood Floors
Quality wood flooring can last for centuries, and its longevity gives it unmatched character. But like any natural material, it still degrades over...
Jan
2021
Frequently Asked Questions About Wood Flooring
In our more than 75 years of selling quality wood, we've heard hundreds of questions about our flooring products at Marks Lumber. Whether you're...
Jan
2021
Maintaining Your Circle Sawn Floors
There's nothing that quite matches the beauty and character of Marks Lumber's circle sawn, Douglas fir flooring. While circle sawn floors may...
Sep
2020
How to Install Your Own Wood Flooring
Wood floors continue to be one of the most popular flooring options available because of their unmatched appearance and durability. Natural wood...
Aug
2020
How to Pick the Right Wood Flooring for You
Changing another type of floor to wood is a simple way to improve your home, especially since wood flooring can create such a dramatic effect. Let’s...
Jun
2020
Marks Lumber: The Experts for Circular Sawn Wood Flooring
A Name You Can Trust Marks Lumber is a family-owned business that has been providing high-quality wood products in Clancy, Montana, for over 75...
Jun
2020
Spring 2020 – Project Ideas: The Maintenance Edition
So far, 2020 has been full of the unexpected, the difficult, and the unfortunate. Everyone is trying to keep their spirits up and plan for better...
May
2020
What You Need to Know to Keep Your Wood Floors Looking Great
Wood floors are one of the most sensitive flooring options you can have in your house. Because of that, some maintenance goes along with having wood...
Feb
2020
INSPIRATION: Marks Lumber Circle Sawn Flooring
Versatility and character are just two of the strengths that Marks Lumber's Circle Sawn Douglas Fir adds to any home. Our flooring can be used in just...
Dec
2019
Let's Talk about Softwoods and Hardwoods
Today we thought it would be a good idea to take a look at some of the differences between softwoods and hardwoods. We know that lots of people often...
Feb
2019
8-inch Wide Flooring Discontinued
Marks Lumber has discontinued the manufacture of 8-inch circle-sawn flooring. After filling our current orders, we have a very small amount left. If...
Jan
2019
Building or Remodeling?
Are you thinking of building or remodeling your home this year? Marks Lumber has quality Made in Montana products for your projects. We produce...
Mar
2018
What are those ugly black marks on lumber?
Have you ever looked at wood siding on a house and noticed black spots and runs around nails? What are these marks and where do they come from? This...
Oct
2017
Why You Should Be Using End Matched Wood Flooring
End Matching At Marks Lumber, we end-match our circle sawn Douglas Fir flooring, saving our customers significant time and money. End matching...
Aug
2017
Expert Tips for Installing Circle Sawn Douglas Fir Flooring
Circle sawn wood flooring adds value, warmth, beauty, and style to a room. With the right preparation, floor system, tools, and installation...
Aug
2017
Do You Know Where Your Wood Flooring Comes From?
Making a purchase or consuming products that are grown and manufactured locally minimizes ecological impact and maximizes benefit to your local...
Jul
2017
5 Reasons to Consider Circular Sawn Flooring
Circle sawn flooring is a beautiful, durable flooring choice that provides excellent value. Here are five reasons to consider circle sawn flooring in...
Nov
2016
Circle Sawn Flooring Now End-Matched!
Montana Rough Sawn Flooring can get BetterAs part of our on-going effort to improve our products, Marks Lumber has started end-matching our circle...