In This Issue:

Why Are Diesel Prices Higher than Gasoline Prices?
Tips & Tricks of the Trade
New Product!
Green Building FAQ’s
New Closeout Item!
Employee Spotlight

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As fuel prices have steadily risen, Evanston Lumber Company has worked to re-engineer our delivery process in order to improve efficiency. To optimize resources, we've developed a load coupling program. To help reduce input costs, we've utilized current technologies to plan better routes for our drivers. To enhance performance, we've adhered to a rigid maintenance schedule for our delivery vehicles.

But unfortunately, despite all our efforts, the following policy changes will go into
effect on July 1, 2008:

Deliveries under $100 (before tax), will incur a freight charge of
$60 per delivery

Deliveries under $300 (before tax), will incur a freight charge of
$40 per delivery

Deliveries above $300 (before tax), which incur NO freight charge

Also effective on July 1, 2008, we will be raising the fuel surcharge for every delivered order from $10.00 to $12.00 due to this year's huge run-up in diesel fuel prices.

Thank you for your cooperation during this period. Should you have any questions regarding these changes, please do not hesitate to call me directly.

Sincerely,

Robert Fisher
President
(847) 864-7700
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Why Are Diesel Prices Higher than Gasoline Prices?

Until several years ago, the average price of diesel fuel was usually lower than the average price of gasoline. In some winters when the demand for distillate heating oil was high, the price of diesel fuel rose above the gasoline price. Since September 2004, the price of diesel fuel has been generally higher than the price of regular gasoline all year round for several reasons. Worldwide demand for diesel fuel and other distillate fuel oils have been increasing steadily, with strong demand in China, Europe, and the U.S., putting more pressure on the tight global refining capacity.

In the U.S., the transition to low-sulfur diesel fuel has affected diesel fuel production and distribution costs. Also, the Federal excise tax on diesel fuel is six cents higher per gallon (24.4 cents per gallon) than the tax on gasoline. [From the U.S. Energy Information Administration] Gasoline and Fuel Update...

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Tips & Tricks of the Trade
Your Questions Answered!

Q: I'm remodeling a basement that has had major mold problems in the past. Any suggestions on mold resistant products?

A: We suggest using DensArmor Plus paperless interior drywall. This product is a highly mold-resistant interior gypsum panel, perfect for basements and bathrooms. It has a glass-mat surface on both the front and the back, which make it the ideal replacement for paper-faced greenboard. DensArmor Plus drywall carries a Six-Month Weather Exposure Limited Warranty. Also, for the health conscious consumer, DensArmor Plus is GREENGUARD certified, which means that it is recognized as having low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). For more information on this product, please contact an Evanston Lumber Sales Representative (847) 864-7700.
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New Product!
FSC Certified Lumber

Attention Green Builders - if you have been searching everywhere for FSC certified lumber with no avail, look no further than Evanston Lumber Company!  We have recently developed a relationship with a local FSC certified supplier, so we can offer a full range of FSC certified lumber with only a 2-3 day lead time!

For more information, or to place an order, call (847) 864 -7700 or check out our re-designed web site, www.evanstonlumber.com.

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With the recent interest in Green Building, we have decided to sort through it all and compile a list of useful Green Building FAQ's to help serve as a resource for you!

Check it out...
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New Closeout Item!

Decking Season is here, so it's the perfect time to pick up decking at blow out prices! Hurry in before it's gone!

Pricing - Pau Lope:
5/4 x 6 x 8' - $ 20.00/each

* Quantity - Pau Lope:
5/4 x 6 x 8' - 14 pieces

Pricing - #2 Wet Treated:
6 x 6 x 8' - $17.60
1 x 8 x 8' - $ 4.80
2 x 4 x 10' - $ 4.50
6 x 6 x 12' - $ 24.00
6 x 6 x 16' - $ 32.00
2 x 6 x 14' - $ 6.35
2 x 12 x 8' - $10.40
2 x 12 x 10' - $ 12.50
5/4 x 6 x 8' - $4.00

* Quantity - #2 Wet Treated:
6 x 6 x 8' - 22 pieces
1 x 8 x 8' - 118 pieces
2 x 4 x 10' - 104 pieces
6 x 6 x 12' - 16 pieces
6 x 6 x 16' - 14 pieces
2 x 6 x 14' - 45 pieces
2 x 12 x 8' - 109 pieces
2 x 12 x 10' - 44 pieces
5/4 x 6 x 8' - 96 pieces

* Please note: Closeout items subject to prior sale

To place an order or set up delivery CALL NOW (847) 864-7700

Also, to view our entire list of closeout items, visit our closeouts section.
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Employee Spotlight

Name: Lupe Flores

Years of Service: 8
Position: Lumberyard employee - puts together loads for delivery

Q: What do you like best about working at Evanston Lumber?
A: The great communication between all the employees

Q: What do you enjoy doing when you aren't working?
A: Spending time with my family

Q: Tell us about your family
A: I have 2 great kids - my son is 4 years old and my daughter is 6 years old - and I love my wife!

Bring in this coupon for a FREE
Evanston Lumber T-shirt!

* While supplies last. Limit one coupon per person.
Offer expires September 1st, 2008

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