The Albany Chamber of Commerce selected Parr Lumber as its small business of the year for 2018.
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NatureKast Outdoor Kitchen
Check out this beautiful outdoor kitchen by NatureKast. The cabinets look like they are made from real wood, but are actually made from PVC to withstand the weather.
4 Ways to Create Curb Appeal for Your Home
If you’re considering selling your home, you’ve probably already started a list of all of the things that need attention. Keep in mind that first impressions matter. When attracting potential homebuyers, improving the curb appeal of your home is a valuable investment. Parr Lumber can help. Here are four tips.
Year-Long Project Completed at Ronald McDonald House East
Ronald McDonald House Charities announced the completion of project Guest Room Renovation at their East Portland House. This year-long renovation updated four rooms, improving the experience for their guests. Not a moment too soon, four new families moved into the renovated rooms that evening. By staying at the Ronald McDonald House, parents are able to remain close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost and have access to numerous support services, including home-cooked meals.
Parr Lumber Receives Outstanding Achievement Award
Marvin Window and Doors selected Parr Lumber for their Makes A Difference Award. Parr was selected for outstanding achievement in sales and business development. You can read the full press release below.
Snowflake Drive at Parr Lumber
Make the difference this holiday season at Ronald McDonald House Charities in support of families with seriously ill children! Each year, Oregon’s three Ronald McDonald Houses benefit from the Snowflake Drive at participating Parr Lumber stores.
Can you guess the most popular home style in 29 of the 50 states?
The ranch house (photo above via Pinterest).
But what makes this style so desirable? Housing experts divulge that ranch homes, also referred to as a rambler, are built quickly and affordably. Plus, buyers have access to endless opportunities for customization.
Supporting Locally Owned Parr Lumber
Karen Eckerson, a broker and realtor with Windermere Real Estate, selected Parr Lumber as her primary building materials supplier for her new house/office/rental apartment. As a local business owner, Karen appreciated that Parr is a Northwest family owned company that has been in business for over eighty years.
Don’t Wait Till Thanksgiving to Give Thanks
Guest post by Michael Ivanov
Fill your heart, not just your belly this Thanksgiving.
It took me from July to November, a day before Thanksgiving, 4 months, to express my gratitude.
Tip of the Week – Use a Tin Can Lid to Patch a Wall
Do you have a small hole in your wall that you would like to patch up? Not sure how to do it? It’s actually fairly simple to patch up a small wall hole — just follow the nine easy steps below.