Choosing the Right Building Materials for Your Next Home Project

Are you getting ready to take on a custom home building project? If you’ve started looking up how to choose the right building materials, you might be starting to feel overwhelmed. After all, choosing the right building materials is crucial for the success and longevity of your project (no pressure!). At Johnson Lumber, we’re here to […]
The J. F. Johnson Lumber Company: The First One Hundred Years

For over a century, Johnson Lumber has been an integral part of the Maryland community, providing top-quality building materials and unparalleled customer service to its customers. With a rich history spanning more than 100 years, our company has weathered its fair share of challenges. Just like building a house though, a strong foundation can help […]
What Is Engineered Lumber, And Is It Worth Using For Your Next Project?

Engineered lumber is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional lumber in construction projects. But just because it’s popular does it mean it’s the right fit for your next project? At Johnson Lumber, we are big fans of the versatility and adaptability of engineered lumber, and we wanted to share some pointers with you. In […]
8 Tips To Create A Cohesive Look With Different Types Of Wood In Your Home

When it comes time to design the interior of a home, it’s hard to surpass the beauty and versatility of wood. From the way it infuses a room with a natural warmth and depth to its durability and sustainability, going with wood is one of the easier design choices you’ll make as a homeowner. Yet […]
Building Supplies at Johnson Lumber

One of our favorite parts of working in the Annapolis, Maryland area is getting to know you when you come in for building supplies. From new parents looking to build additions to their homes to passionate woodworkers searching out that just-right type of wood, we look forward to playing a part in your projects. As […]
Choosing a Kitchen Designer

Choosing a kitchen designer to handle your remodel does not mean they are taking over the operation. A designer’s job is to facilitate your dreams into reality. But how do you choose the right kitchen designer? Johnson Lumber’s kitchen designers do not shut you out; they work with you through the whole process – from […]
Choosing Deck Material

There is no one-type-fits-all when you’re choosing deck material. At Johnson Lumber Company, we carry many types of wood and partner with suppliers to get you the materials you want and need. But with so many options, how do you choose the deck material that’s right for you? It depends a lot on your personal […]
Energy Efficient Windows

Ever wonder why your energy bill goes up in the winter? It could be your non energy efficient windows. While you’re preparing for the cold and winterizing your home, make sure inspecting your windows is on the checklist. If you notice even a slight draft or a drop in temperature near your windows, it may […]
Redesign your Kitchen, Gather ‘Round, & Seat Everyone Comfortably This Thanksgiving

Squeeze in, folks. Tired of not having any elbow room at the holiday dinner table? Maybe its time to redesign your kitchen. Not every house has a big dining room. Some don’t have dining rooms at all. And not all kitchens are large enough to be eat-in. So, what’s a person to do? Johnson Lumber […]
Prepare your Windows and Doors for Winter

Windows and doors are the gateways into our homes – for friends and family, for good vibes and good times. But they also let in the bad stuff too, especially when you’re not thinking about it. When winter comes, most of us think about stocking up on firewood, checking our furnace filters, and making sure […]