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Coronavirus Update (COVID-19)
Coronavirus update (COVID-19) from Builders Surplus, dated April 2020. In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, we at Builders Surplus are continuing to adjust to the needs for the safety and health of our customers and associates. Our retail business is open. Since we supply building materials to contractors and homeowners, we are an essential business …
Around the House: Things Dad Taught Me
Buying a home, especially your first home, is exciting. But be honest, don’t you wish you knew a little more about what was expected once you own a home? These are a few things my Dad taught me about avoiding trouble around the house. Hope these suggestions help you avoid issues you haven’t even thought …
Make imPOSSIBLE DREAMS Possible
Great teamwork helps make impossible dreams possible! Builders Surplus teams up with Rhody Rams Men’s Basketball to benefit the imPOSSIBLE DREAM. With every free throw made by the Rhody Rams during the regular season, Builders Surplus supports the efforts of the imPOSSIBLE DREAM. And our teams are committed to helping enrich the lives of chronically-ill children …
Storage Cabinet Ideas for your Home
Shop our stores and you’ll find great pricing on all of our building materials. And then if you look even further, there are awesome deals on clearance items. Like our storage cabinets. So, what can you do with these? Here’s a few storage cabinet ideas that’ll help organize your home! Storage Cabinet Ideas First of …
Your Remodeling Choices
Choices and more choices! When it comes to home improvement, your remodeling choices are numerous. Budget is always a consideration and then, it can simply come down to what you truly prefer. But if you’re not sure, here’s a few remodeling products and the differences between them. Your Remodeling Choices: Doors & Windows Prehung …
10 Tips for Home Security
Almost all of our blog posts are related to home improvement. But we got to thinking: your home is your sanctuary and is a place and time spent with family. With this post, we’d like to suggest 10 quick tips for home security to safeguard against a possible burglary. Inside the Home Security: Lights …
Shaker Style
When it comes to kitchen and bathroom remodels, Shaker style is still one of the most popular choices for homeowners. Are you familiar with the characteristics of Shaker design? Will it be the cabinetry you choose for your home? At Builders Surplus, we offer kitchen and bath in the Shaker style. Stop by any of …
Choices in Flooring
When remodeling your home, you’re faced with so many decisions. Flooring is usually one of the last items to be installed. Which flooring will you choose? We offer many choices in flooring at Builders Surplus and here’s a quick overview that might help you with your decision. Choices in Flooring: Hardwood First, choose your …
Show Some Ceiling Love
Ceilings. Once the usual flat white or ivory paint has dried, most homeowners just let it stay at that. Have you ever thought about your ceilings? Probably not. Show some ceiling love with decorative alternatives that’ll add another dimension to your rooms. Ceiling Love There are so many choices to make when decorating our homes. …
Unfinished Exterior Wood Door Requirements
A beautiful wood front entrance door makes a statement and adds curb appeal to your home. Shown in the photo below are unfinished door units in alder or mahogany. In order for these doors to last for years, two important unfinished exterior wood door requirements must be met by the purchaser. In addition, an information label …