Meek’s was founded in 1919 in Springfield, Missouri and now we’re officially turning 100!
Just for fun, Meek’s is officially as old as:
Grand Canyon National Park (Established as a national park in 1919)
Treaty of Versailles (signed June 28 in France, ending WWI and establishing the League of Nations)
The book “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” by V. Blasco Ibanez
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! (first appears as a cartoon under this title in The New York Globe on October 16)
The words copacetic, wonky, semi-trailer, radio, supercharge, heavy-lifting, penne, offline, chai, ad-lib, and bagel were just a few of the 309 words added in 1919 to the Oxford English Dictionary
The longest Tour de France race to date (3,455 miles)
Hotel Pennsylvania (Manhattan, New York)
We have a lot of fun things planned to celebrate the last century of business.
We’ll be sharing highlights of the last 100 Years all year long, so stay tuned! Be sure you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook for all of the #throwbacks we’ll be sharing!
Here’s to the next 100 years with the best customers a company could ask for!
When it comes to a home, your front door is often the first impression a person has of your space. Classic-Craft from Therma-Tru has five different collections to perfectly match your style and make your entryway pop!
If you’re looking for a door that looks, feels, and sounds like an authentic wood door, but want a longer lifespan on your investment, these doors have you covered. Rather than a bullnose profile like many other fiberglass doors, Classic-Craft collections have a solid hardwood square edge further blending architectural character and detailed precision.
Plus, the doors feature handcrafted embossments that are deeper than standard fiberglass doors kicking your elegance up a few notches.
Now this is a front door we’re talking about and it will need to weather more than a few scuffs over the years. No need to worry because Therma-Tru has you covered. The doors are designed and tested to resist extreme weather conditions and the damaging effects of moisture. Each door is element protected by composite rails on the top and bottom.
Enhanced Weather Protection — No more worries about rotting, warping or twisting wooden doorways. Classic-Craft premium entryways are tested and designed to resist extreme weather conditions and the damaging effects of moisture. Both the top and bottom of the door are protected by composite rails for a longer-lasting entryway.
Solid Security — Classic-Craft premium entryways feel solid and close with authority. A 4-1/8” wide beam of engineered lumber runs from the top to the bottom of the locking side of the door to add mass and rigidity, giving the door weight and a natural wood feel.
Excellent Durability — Built to stand up to the elements and years of wear, Classic-Craft’s fiberglass skins are thicker than other standard fiberglass doors, for added durability and better long-term performance.
Higher R-Value — Classic-Craft premium entryways contribute to an energy-efficient home. A polyurethane foam core provides up to four times the insulating R-Value of wood.
Edge-to-Edge Moisture Protection — Resist moisture at every turn – and along every edge. Classic-Craft premium entryways have hardwood and composite edges that help to prevent moisture penetration.
They definitely will feel solid too with a 4-1/8” beam of engineered lumber running from the top to the bottom on the locking side of the door. You’re getting the best of both worlds, a natural wood feel and a thicker fiberglass skin for added durability and better long-term performance.
Ready to see some of the doors on your house? Download the DoorWays app. In just a few minutes, you can use your phone’s camera to try out different door and glass styles on your home.
From there, you can save the versions you like and bring those into your local Meek’s to make your dream entryway a reality!
For more information on the specific collections, visit your local Meek’s or see the descriptions and links below!
Classic-Craft® American Style Collection™
Featuring realistic, high-definition vertical Fir grain is the perfect complement to the mix of natural materials found in many home styles emphasizing the use of natural wood, stone and brick materials.
Offering rich, warm wood tones in authentic Mahogany, these entryways are especially suited for a variety of Classic style homes featuring formal design and symmetry, elaborate detail, the provincial style of countryside estates, or feature rich details with steep roofs and subtly flared curves.
Designed to complement homes with stucco exteriors, stone accents, and tile roofs this collection reflects breezy spaces practical for warm climates and rich details of the provincial style of countryside estates. These premium fiberglass entryways feature casually elegant wood graining that can be coordinated with decorative glass and accessories to create enchanting entrances.
Many have asked, many have guessed, and many are (hopefully) ready for some news…
Expo is coming May 3, 2019! This event is going to be bigger, bolder, and better than ever before. Meek’s opened its doors back in 1919 and we’re ringing in our 100 Year Anniversary with a bang!
Painting your walls can be a lot of work, but following these three tips can help save you from making time-intensive mistakes. Steve Padgett has some useful tips to make a successful paint job.
Before painting, look for all your edges and anything connected to the wall. This is the best time to apply caulk and sealant to make sure everything fits well together. Inspect window sills, frames, molding, trim, and chair rails. You don’t want to paint over a crack and only rely on the paint to make that seal.
To get a more consistent flow from your caulk gun, start at your nearside and push the gun away from you. If you put consistent pressure on the trigger, you won’t have gaps or slumping with your sealant.
Lastly, make sure to patch up any wall holes before you paint, including large nail holes. But, instead of using a sealant, use a spackling paste or wood filler, such as DAP Crackshot or DAP Plastic Wood. Sealants dry to a rubbery texture, which is difficult to sand down.
Create a new, interesting look with your old belongings using Rust-Oleum’s 2X Ultra Cover Spray Paint. This paint and primer in one lets your creativity run free without the worry of time!
With a few minutes of elbow grease and a few sprays of paint, you’ll have a brand new item to match your space!
We have some exciting news to share with you, our loyal customers and fans. Today marks the start of the next era of growth for Meek’s. Angeles Equity Partners (“Angeles”) and Clearlake Capital Group (“Clearlake”), leading private investment firms, have acquired the Meek’s Lumber Company with the full support and endorsement of the Meek family. These experienced building products investors have purchased Meek’s to grow it nationally, make it stronger, and become an even more valuable partner to you.
Angeles and Clearlake recognize and appreciate the tremendous responsibility to build upon the strong foundation the Meek family has assembled over four generations. The Meek’s legacy of quality and personalized service will continue as we strive to always be “The Builder’s Choice”. Meek’s will continue to earn the right to your business every day. We know this is a people business built on local relationships.
We are thankful to our customers and look forward to serving you for years to come!
Have you ever wondered what happens to the other parts of the tree that don’t make it into your next 2×4? Our friends down at Humboldt Redwood walk us through the byproducts creation process, including the different products that are offered, and how they may be used. To learn more about their operations, please visit https://mendoco.com/.
We’re back with another deck-related how-to. This one is courtesy of our friends at Duckback.
Do you have a natural wood deck that you absolutely love, but it’s starting to look weathered? While you certainly can replace the deck with a composite or PVC material, you can also take a little time and restore your deck to its former glory!
Watch the video below to see what a little elbow grease can do for you and your deck. It’s a simple as mix, pour, brush, wash, dry, and repeat. With these tips, you’ll have a refreshed deck in no time!
Share your before and after photos with us, using the #MeeksWestern and #TransformationTuesday. We’ll share some of our favorites on our Instagram.
Meek’s was founded in 1919 in Springfield, Missouri and now we’re officially turning 100!
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