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Information, resources, and news from Shepley for building professionals on Cape Cod and Nantucket.

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A Sailor’s Life

“Men who ache all over for tightness and compactness in their lives often find relief for their pain in the cabin of a 30-foot sailboat at anchor in a sheltered cove."

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Heat Illness

Summer is here! Learn about the different types of heat illness and ways to avoid heat illnesses as the temperatures begin to rise. Remember it takes about two weeks to get used to working in a hot environment.

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RailEasy™ Cable Railing by Atlantis Rail

If you’re looking for a railing system that combines clean design with coastal-grade strength, RailEasy™ Cable Railing from Atlantis Rail checks all the boxes.

“If I lived my life over again, I'd make the same mistakes . . . only sooner.”

Early 20th century screen and stage actress Tallullah Bankhead
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Lumber Market Update- July 2025

There’s never a lack of drama when it comes to the lumber market, and June was no exception. Lumber traders clamored about dwindling supplies and prices that would soon be escalating due to a myriad of factors.

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Madison Wood Pressure Treated Lumber

Deck Season is here, and having the right materials makes all the difference. Madison Wood pressure treated lumber is a dependable choice — treated to resist rot, decay, and insect damage, and built to last in tough outdoor conditions.

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Lumber Market Updated- June

For most of the industry, May was a quiet sales month due to a lagging demand and, particularly on the East Coast, bouts of soggy weather certainly didn’t help matters.