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Rustic Interior Accents

What Is Shiplap?

Shiplap is a traditional style of wood siding board—originally intended for external use but now produced for both indoor and outdoor use—where each board contains a groove along one edge that allows overlap with a visible seam. This rustic style of cladding for walls and ceilings has become very popular, fitting well with sliding barn doors, brushed metal fixtures, and natural materials.

Shiplap isn’t quite the same as tongue and groove paneling (where the tongue of one board fits in the groove, or channel, of the next). Shiplap can be installed tightly edge-to-edge, or spaced slightly for a more prominent reveal (commonly referred to as “nickel gap”).

Traditional vs. Modern

Shiplap wood siding features a natural wood grain and smooth or rough finish, so it can be stained for a natural wood look or painted for a more refined finish. It can be set with the seams vertical or horizontal, depending on the style of your room and home. If you’re considering flat panels for your interior, shiplap offers an easier install, and provides a strong, durable finish with a comfortable feel.

Wood shiplap is generally installed over original drywall or wall board, providing an extra insulating layer that is easy to install, creates a distinctive, textured surface, and a high-end design look that interior decorators and do-it-yourselfers have embraced.

Painted vs. Stained Paneling

You can order shiplap in both smooth and rough finishes, though either will take paint or stain in a variety of colors and finishes.  While a growing modern trend is to paint the siding white, for a clean, modern cottage look, applying either soft or vibrant colors can introduce a whole new dimension to your room.

Shiplap is usually made from pine or cedar, and the type of wood can make a huge difference if you’re staining. It’s natural finish and look makes staining a popular choice, from light stains to darker tones, depending on your tastes. Ask our experts about wood and stain options, and what combination could best fit the look you’re hoping to achieve.

Shiplap Ceilings

As you can see in our example on this page, shiplap wood paneling can also be used on a ceiling to give your room a coherent, striking feel, adding texture and interest overhead. The option of running the line of the boards in any direction gives you many options for a dynamic or relaxing look.

Doing it Yourself?

As with most home improvements, there are trade-offs with shiplap. As long as you have some basic carpentry skills and tools, shiplap is relatively easy to install, especially compared to other types of wood paneling (most of the work involves measuring and cutting). Though the material isn’t terribly expensive, since shiplap is normally added to existing surfaces, the cost of materials (and labor, if any) will be in addition to conventionally finished walls or ceilings.

Contemporary and Traditional Look

Shiplap is one of the most in-demand materials for giving a home that simultaneously contemporary and traditional look. Install on one or more walls as an accent, on all walls, on the ceiling, or on all your surfaces to create your unique look.

Learn more at our store, or learn more by checking out our vendor, Windsor One, who also supplies our primed pine.

Save 10% Off by ordering now

Order Marvin or Integrity windows or doors before June 5^th, 2017—and take delivery 2-3 weeks later—and you’ll get 10% Off your order! It’s all part of our Marvin Truckload Sale, going on now. Not sure what a Truckload Sale is? Learn more here.

Saving money by planning ahead

What is a truckload sale? If you need windows, doors, cabinets, or other supplies for an upcoming home improvement project, it could be your path to big savings. By including your items with other orders we receive, we can take advantage of volume pricing at the manufacturer. We get a discount, and pass that savings on to you!

The only catch? You need to plan ahead. Once you order, you’ll have to wait generally 2-4 weeks for the truck to arrive.

Even for experienced contractors, a project requires planning, measuring, designing, and generating a parts list, all of which our professionals can help you with. Before you can order on a Truckload Sale, know your measurements for quantities, volume, and supplies. Start with the helpful tips and planning videos on our department pages, then call the store and ask for the department you need, and one of our experts can give you a quick checklist and schedule an appointment with a designer. We’ll help you plan out and design your project, create a parts list, place your order right from our computer system, and let you know how much money you’re saving with the Truckload Sale! We offer delivery if you need it, or you can plan to pick up your order at the store.

Have any questions? Just ask! Start planning your project now, and take advantage of Truckload Sale pricing.

Celebrating 80 Years of Serving Central New York

2017 marks our 80th year in business. 80 Years of serving the Central New York community we call home. 80 years of helping homeowners and contractors build this warm and welcoming community, one building at a time. 80 years of changing economics, changing technology, changing environmental issues, and changing needs. Through it all, we have adapted, changed, grown, and met the changing needs of our customers.

Through eight decades, there are just a few things that haven’t changed: our local ownership, and our focus on providing friendly, experienced, informed service to those who trust us with their needs.

The world was a very different place in 1937, when Joseph T. Kelly and Thomas Jones (the “J” and “K” that inspired our name) founded JAY-K Lumber. Since 1938, we’ve maintained the same location for our headquarters on Seneca Turnpike, growing along with the amazing economic development of the area. In 1941, Mr. Jones sold his interest in the business to the Kellys, and ownership has remained in the Kelly family ever since.

Over the years, we’ve made many changes, including one of the first “drive-through” lumber yards, drive-through buildings, a drive-up window, specialized showrooms, and much more. We’ve also earned your respect and appreciation, receiving accolades that included “Business of the Year” and “Retailer of the Year”.

Our current owners, cousins Dean and Jonas Kelly, became the third generation to oversee JAY-K Lumber. Under their leadership, personal and professional service, along with top quality products, continue to be our mainstays. Contractors and retail customers alike depend on us for great products and exemplary customer service. Dean and Jonas have also continued our tradition of saying “thank you” by giving back to the community that has given so much to us, with regular donations to numerous local charitable organizations.

As we celebrate 80 years of community service, we extend our sincerest appreciation for the tireless dedication of our exceptional employees, and for something we never take for granted: your continued support. Thank you.

Join us for our 5^th Annual Shred Day, featuring our partners Confidata and Deb Cabral, the DeClutter Coach. We’ll have the Confidata truck in our parking lot to shred up to 5 banker boxes of your confidential paper waste, and on-location advice for organizing your life this year. The event runs from 9:00am to 11:00am on Monday, January 16th, and is free!

Confidata’s mobile shredding truck will be with us to shred your confidential documents while you watch from a monitor outside the truck. You have the security of knowing that it’s shredded, and you help protect the environment by recycling your unwanted paper.

Deb Cabral, the DeClutter Coach, will also be on hand to help with your organization plans for 2017. She’ll help with organizing tools, advice for decluttering your home, and tips for keeping your year stress-free.

We’ll also have great deals on home improvement products in the store, so stop in after your shredding is done.

Put it on your calendar now!

In the meantime, sign up to start receiving email-exclusive offers, for savings all year long.

Make sure you take advantage of home improvement discounts for Black Friday, and let us thank you for your support of small businesses by giving you even more sales the next day: Small Business Saturday!

Special Deals

Black Friday is a great time to purchase that outdoor furniture or grill you’ve been hoping would go on sale. And we even have a deal on power tools, which you can put to good use year round.

Black Friday (Nov. 25, 2016) deals include:

• Poly furniture: $100 off, in-store only, while supplies last; includes gliders, rockers, and tables
• Weber Grills:  $100 off Genesis and Performer, $50 off Spirit, in-store only, while supplies last
• Power tools: 30% off
  • Stanley Bostitch
  • DeWalt
  • Porter Cable
  • Bosch
  • Milwaukee
  • Black and Decker
  • Makita
  • excludes doorbusters and Festool
• Buy a $50 gift card and receive a bonus gift card of $10*
• Buy a $100 gift card and receive a bonus gift card of $20*

Something for Free

For Small Business Saturday, we’re thanking you with phenomenal deals on seasonal favorites like the Eden indoor heater, as well as our birdfeeders and free seed with your purchase. We also make it easier for you decide on the perfect gift, with FREE gift cards (see details below)!

Small Business Saturday (Nov. 26, 2016) deals include:

• Eden Pure heater: extra $50 off the already low sale price of $149.99
• Buy a birdfeeder, and receive a 20lb. bag of seed for free
• Buy a $50 gift card and receive a bonus gift card of $10*
• Buy a $100 gift card and receive a bonus gift card of $20*

*Maximum bonus gift card is $100

While you’re here, find everything you need for your next project. See you on Friday and Saturday!

Call it Murphy’s Law: Elizabeth Murphy, from our Windows & Doors Department, believes every customer deserves a well-informed, pleasant experience when they come to JAY-K Lumber. Her dedication has paid off, as she was recognized by the Central New York Retail Lumber Dealers Association with a 2016 Outstanding Customer Service Award at its annual meeting in Cicero November 4th.

Elizabeth, who has been with JAY-K Lumber for 8 years, prides herself on customer satisfaction, and spends many hours preparing—reading blue prints, and offering suggestions on designs, colors, grill patterns, and window and door construction—so her customers can make well-informed decisions. After talking with a customer about their needs, she will research many companies to get exactly what they want. Customers have said that Elizabeth is especially good at explaining the features, benefits, and trade-offs of all of the window and door products available.

“We’re so proud of her,” said Karen Gerace, JAY-K Lumber Store Manager. “She exemplifies everything we stand for, and is a great example of our experienced staff. It’s what sets us apart.”

Elizabeth has an extensive background in design, with a degree from Cazenovia College.