Irrigation & Watering Tips for Your Garden | Hills Flat Lumber

 In this newest video from our garden and nursery department, Jessica will share a few basic tips on watering and irrigation for your summer garden.





Hills Flat Lumber is your source in the Grass Valley area for everything you need to keep your yard looking beautiful all year long. Our diverse selection of products includes a wide variety of plants, potting supplies, and yard decorations, and our friendly and knowledgeable staff are happy to help you select just the right items for your needs.

Learn How To Restring Your Stihl String Trimmer | Hills Flat Lumber

In our latest vlog, Chris from Hills Flat Lumber will show you the quickest and simplest way to rethread your Stihl string trimmer. All of our outdoor power tools at Hills Flat Lumber leave the store oiled, fueled and ready to work!


 

We're proud to carry products from the industry's leading manufacturers. Some of our best-selling tools include STIHL's gas-powered outdoor power equipment. No job is too big or too small for STIHL's line of reliable chainsaws, trimmers, leaf blowers, pole saws and more. Our Husqvarna outdoor power products are also very popular among buyers. Our inventory includes garden tractors, trimmers, chainsaws, robotic lawn mowers and other more.


We keep up with the latest in industry developments in order to provide our customers with quality products that can tackle any type of job. View our online inventory of products or talk to a sales associate to locate the tool or power equipment you need.

Get The Scoop On Dirt from Hills Flat Lumber!

Get the scoop on dirt. Jessica from Hills Flat Lumber’s nursery department will show you how much soil you need for different sized planting pots.

 

Hills Flat Lumber is your source in the Grass Valley area for everything you need to keep your yard looking beautiful all year long. Our diverse selection of products includes a wide variety of plants, potting supplies, and yard decorations, and our friendly and knowledgeable staff are happy to help you select just the right items for your needs.

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The Best Lumber for Building a Deck

Many homeowners feel that there is nothing as peaceful as relaxing on a deck in their backyard. The best way to get the perfect custom deck is to build it from scratch. To ensure that the deck lasts through any weather condition, it's important to use the best lumber for the job. The three most popular options for decking are pressure-treated wood, composite decking, and cedar planks.

Pressure-Treated Wood

For an option that is both durable and inexpensive, try pressure-treated wood. This type of lumber contains preservatives from pressure treatment that protect it from termites and decay. A deck built with this wood will be long-lasting, and its classic look makes it perfect for an outdoor setting.

Composite Decking

A popular wood deck alternative, composite decking is made from reclaimed materials such as wood chips and recycled plastic. Composite materials are a pricier option but will last a long time with little maintenance and are ideal for high-traffic areas. They are also resistant to mold and insects.

Cedar Planks

Cedar is moderately priced, natural-looking wood. Made from the heartwood—or deeper, red colored part—of the tree, this type of wood is rot resistant. It is prized for its warmth and beauty and is a top choice for luxury homes.

No matter what type of lumber an individual chooses to use for their home's deck, a superior lumber company is sure to carry what is needed to perfect an outdoor area.

Get on My Level: Three Common Types of Levels

Depending on the materials and goals of a construction project, different types of levels may be necessary. Some only measure the horizontal level, while others only check for vertical alignment or plumb. Advanced models can do both. Discover if one of these three levels fits an upcoming project.

Carpenter's Level

This standard tool features bubbles in the middle and on each end, which enable the user to check if surfaces are level or plumb. These tools frequently range in size from 24 to 72 inches.

Laser Level

This item attaches to a tripod and uses a laser beam projector to provide a horizontal plane. These tools have additional features, such as preset angles and graphics displays, which assist with how much and in what direction materials should be moved to achieve plumb or level.

Plumb Bob

This tool features a small, pointed weight, which is suspended by a string. Contractors use the plumb bob to measure vertical plumb in construction and framing projects.

No matter the level of choice, be sure to keep it in a protective case and avoid dropping or hitting it, which could compromise the reliability of this precise instrument.