Contractor Resources: Buying Guides and More Helpful Info
Spahn & Rose offers a lumberyard full of quality products, and whether you’re an experienced contractor or new to the industry, we believe our collection of online resources should be just as useful. Our knowledgeable staff have used their decades of experience to help compile a number of handy installation guides. You’ll find detailed information including instructions for making the most of our lumber and building materials. Remember to check back every now and then, as we’re always adding new resources.
BUYING GUIDES

Lumber Buying Guide
Quality lumber is at the core of projects such as construction, decking, roofing and many, many more. We’ve made a lumber buying guide to help professionals choose the best types for the job, whatever that may be. You’ll learn how the species, cut and chemical treatments influence the final product as well as how to identify true quality between the various types of lumber.

Window Buying Guide
Finding good replacement windows can be a different process from new construction. Learn what to know about buying new windows with a guide from Spahn & Rose.
Finding good replacement windows can be a different process from new construction. Learn what to know about buying new windows with a guide from Spahn & Rose.

Decking Buying Guide
A new, quality deck is a dream of many homeowners. Whether you’re entertaining guests or relaxing in the sun, a deck can be a worthwhile addition to your home. Building a deck is an exciting project, but it’s important to make smart choices. By the time the project is finished, you want an attractive deck made from the best available materials. You also want to make sure it’s the right size and shape for what you want to use it for.

Cabinet Buying Guide
New cabinetry can simplify organization and transform the look of a room. Explore Spahn & Rose’s cabinet buying guide for key info and tips from local experts.

Roofing Buying Guide
From asphalt shingles to metal roofs, learn all you need to know about roofing materials and contractors with a buying guide from Spahn and Rose.

Interior and Exterior Door Buying Guide
A new exterior door can bolster a home’s curb appeal or security while new interior doors define style. Learn more with this Spahn and Rose door buying guide.

Pole Barn Buying Guide
Pole barns protect farm machinery, offer space to work and many other applications. Learn all you need to know about buying a pole barn from Spahn & Rose.