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The cost of lumber plays a big role in the decision-making process, whether you’re a homeowner or a commercial contractor. While lumber prices have experienced fluctuations and record highs in recent years, finding cost-effective solutions without compromising quality is essential. [...]
Are you ramping up roofing material inventory but looking for a way to cut down on cost? Maybe you’ve heard of B Grade roofing material, but you’re not sure what it is or whether it’s right for your clients. What [...]
We’re experts in building supplies and the latest technology, and we’re dedicated to getting you the best deals.Founded by a technology expert and a lumber industry expert, Silvaris opened its doors in 2000. Since then, we’ve evolved into a premier [...]
Plywood sheets are a man-made material manufactured by bonding three or more (always an odd number) layers (plies) of wood together to form a panel. Each layer’s grain is at 90 degrees to its neighbor before being glued, which helps [...]
OSB (Oriented Strand Board) is an engineered wood-based product, like particleboard, primarily used in the construction industry, and because of its inherent load-bearing properties, it is commonly used as sheathing for walls, floors, and decking for roofs. According to the [...]
Lumber prices at the time of this writing are less than $500 per thousand board feet. Prices generally live in the range of $200 to $600. So, today’s prices are within reason. This makes it astounding that during the pandemic [...]
