National Lumber’s History in Little Italy
National Lumber’s enduring legacy intertwines deeply with that of Baltimore City’s history. For over a century, spanning five generations, we’ve been integral in supplying premium building materials to countless builders across Baltimore. Since our establishment in 1919, National Lumber has experienced a remarkable journey, having thrived in various locations that we’ve proudly called home. Today, […]
5 Ways to Save Money on Utilities in the Colder Months
As the winter season approaches, homeowners often anticipate the spike in utility expenses, primarily attributed to heightened indoor heating requirements and extended time spent within the cozy confines of their homes. According to estimates from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association, Americans typically face a 17% surge in energy costs during the winter months. To […]
Lumber Market Update Fall 2023
Ever since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the lumber market has been significantly influenced, undergoing numerous price, supply, and demand fluctuations. These volatile shifts have kept builders and suppliers on their toes, continually attempting to anticipate the next trend in the lumber industry. Fortunately, as we move further away from the pandemic […]
How Interest Rate Hikes Affect the Homebuilders
Since the pandemic, the homebuilding industry has experienced rapidly changing fluctuations in pricing. Now that the federal government has once again raised the interest rates, the future of homebuilders throughout the country has become unclear. Pairing this with supply chain shortages and accurately forecasting the future becomes much more difficult. Thankfully, there are variables that […]
Builder Highlight: Edgemont Builders
At National Lumber, we are proud to be able to work with companies that share our values of fantastic service, and building things that matter. Edgemont Builders have long been excellent partners to work with, and we’re excited to highlight their work today. About Edgemont Builders Edgemont Builders is a general contracting firm in Baltimore […]
How Marvin Windows Help Improve Quality-of-Life
Quality-of-life considerations factor into homebuilders’ design choices in unique, and often unseen ways. From how different rooms connect to how square footage is used, builders often consider ways to ensure your home will be a comfortable place to live. However, sometimes material selection can affect different aspects of your living experience within a home. Shoddy […]
Product Highlight: Fabuwood Cabinetry
At National Lumber, we understand the importance of implementing high-quality products into the construction of your home. From offering a wide variety of customizable configurations to using superior and durable materials, we carry brands that can meet the high standards required at National Lumber. For this reason, we are excited to announce that we now […]
Popular Deck Designs and Styles
With summer well and truly upon us, it means that decking season is in full swing. It makes sense of course. Homeowners want to take full advantage of the great weather while it lasts, getting sun and enjoying outdoor celebrations. It’s often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home, but in the […]
A Look Inside Our Remodeled Chevy Chase Showroom
In March 2020, we had the pleasure of opening a brand new showroom in Chevy Chase that allowed us to better serve our customers in the DC Metro area. However, the showroom at the time needed a major overhaul to deliver the best possible experience to customers who would visit. We’re proud to announce that […]
A Look at Our Stock Decking for Spring 2022
The arrival of spring means a changing of tides within the business industry. As homeowners begin to focus on how to make the most of the great weather, builders often find themselves swamped with deck-building projects. This can present a challenge, as decking has been one of the building materials most affected by supply chain […]
