Metrie

05/26/2026

Baseboard transitions may seem subtle, but the right approach can bring cohesion, flow, and a more polished look from room to room.

Explore inspiring baseboard transition ideas that help create seamless interiors, without compromising on craftsmanship.

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Baseboard transitions can add quality dimensions and features to a room. Here are 5 baseboard transition ideas to improve the interior design of your space.

05/21/2026

The Metrie 100 Series celebrates the people who set our standard.

⭐ Meet MICHAEL.

"I have a very distinct memory of going to head office when I was a young kid and my dad let us put our hands in the photocopier and get out some photocopies of our hands. I remember that feeling like, that is a pretty incredible machine!

In grade 9, there's a Take Your Kid To Work Day. I went with my cousin and my father to Ferndale, and so we got to tour the Ferndale Mill, that was a distinct memory that stands out for me. I had no idea that many years later I would be back in the business looking from a slightly different vantage point.

After that trip to Ferndale, my mind was quite a bit more open to the various things that we did in the business. The manager of the mill at that time spoke Japanese, he had a Japanese wife. That year I'd started taking Japanese classes in high school. Many years later, after learning Japanese and going to university there, me and my wife met there, I came back into the Langley business and we had a fairly sizable multi-million dollar program where we sold direct to a few customers in Japan.

I started joining the tours of these groups that this big Japanese construction company was sending. So it came around full circle - the first time I ever went to Ferndale in grade 9 when I just started Japanese. And then many years later, coming back and helping people co-facilitate tours in Japanese to this big group of Japanese salespeople."

Welcome to the next 100!

05/19/2026

Replacing an exterior door is about more than a swap; it’s about performance, durability, and getting the details right. 🚪

Our blog breaks down the key steps you need to know when replacing an exterior door, from prep to finish, so every project delivers long‑term results.

👉 Read the full guide here: https://bit.ly/3XkwEAf

Learn how to replace an exterior door with our detailed guide. From front to entry doors, get all the tips you need for a successful replacement

05/12/2026

The Metrie 100 spotlights the people behind our impact.

⭐ Meet DUNSIN.

“I worked for a company called Western Millwork. I've been with Metrie for two years. It's been a whirlwind thus far. I have moved roles within a year. I've moved countries and honestly, it's been great. My team down here is fantastic. Obviously coming in I was a bit nervous. I'm a new person with a team I've never worked with before and I can say almost a year in, it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. I am so fortunate to work alongside all the great people and look forward to many more years of Metrie overall.

My role previously was more or less doing, I'll call it corporate strategies - just so many different things, different projects. I was sitting at tables and in conversations with other people who have done so many different roles in Metrie and really understand the customers, understand the product, understand the everyday workflows. I saw how important that understanding was in making larger business decisions.

That's where that desire came from for me and a sense of: what other role can I do to really get to know the business at the core of it all? And that's my role now, I get to see what the operations looks like. I get to see how money is being made for Metrie, being at the forefront with customers and the different day-to-day escalations. It has been truly life changing. The amount of experience I've gotten within the last year is second to none. It's nice being at that ground level and seeing how things work and as someone who definitely wants to keep advancing and keep growing my career, I have got so much from this experience."

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05/01/2026

💛🏠 Last week, our team joined forces with Habitat for Humanity Chicago and an incredible group of partners to help build homes for families in need and the impact was felt from the very first swing of the hammer.

We were thrilled to spend the day giving back to the Chicago community alongside our valued partners, including John Atkinson from ARAUCO, B.J. Hebenthal from 84 Lumber Company, Greg Gold from US LBM, and team members from Schaaf Window Co., Inc. Being joined by Matthew Sauder and Lucy Greer, Metrie’s leadership team, and our colleagues from our Chicago branch made it a truly meaningful experience, with everyone working side by side to get the job done.

This build marked a special moment in our centennial year. It was a hands on reminder of our purpose in action, helping create places people can truly call home, while giving back to the communities where we live and work.

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up, pitched in, and helped make the day such a positive and memorable experience 👏

Read the full event recap in our press release: https://bwnews.pr/42zSAJu

04/16/2026

🚪A door is more than an entrance, it’s a design moment that sets the tone for your entire space.

Whether your style leans classic, modern, or somewhere in between, the right interior door can completely transform the way a room feels.

✨Discover 13 inspiring door styles and find the one that speaks to your home’s personality here: https://bit.ly/3PIBx0W

04/09/2026

Real stories from the Metrie 100 that show why Metrie feels like home.

⭐ Meet CINDY.

"I worked for a company called Western Millwork. I started there in September of ‘94 and I was very new to the industry and didn't think it would last long. And 31 years later, it lasted!

Metrie bought Western in 2005. I was curious. I was scared. I was intrigued. You know, all the things…and Sean McCabe was my general manager and he and Mike Lee took me under their wing and moulded me into what I am today.

From Sean to Ron to Kevin, then Spencer, then Mike. I mean seriously, you can't get a better family-owned company and we are family. We are family at our branch. Matt’s been an amazing boss, Bruce is my work husband, and now Robyn as my sales manager…

Sean McCabe said, hey, I want you to go do this sales training in Toronto. I think it was 2007. That's when I first met Robyn. When she came out the other day to see me I actually had my original training package, it's still in my files, and I said, look what I found! That was fun to go through all that with Robyn.

We've had a blast this week, getting to know my customer base and they were very warm and welcoming.

I have very good friends that are customers and we do a lot of things outside of work, people who have changed positions, they've moved, and we've stayed friends all these years. I love my customers. I represent Metrie. And in representing Metrie, I have to make sure that they understand that they will always be taken care of, no matter what's happening. So being the face of Metrie is a big responsibility."

One team. Many stories. Stay tuned for the next one!

03/31/2026

Last week, we had a great time at EXPO 2026 in Halifax!

As ABSDA celebrated its 70th anniversary, it was inspiring to stand alongside partners who have shared decades of dedication to home improvement and the building supply industry in Atlantic Canada.

As we enter our next century with our people and partners, we are aligned, ready, and committed to growing together.

03/25/2026

We're at the ABSDA Expo in Halifax, NS! Our team will be at Booth #200 from March 25 - 26, and are looking forward to connecting with you.

Don't forget to take advantage of our exclusive Show Specials!

03/24/2026

Transform any room with a simple upgrade. We break down how to install chair rail— step-by-step, so you can elevate your walls with confidence.

Ready to learn the fundamentals? Explore the full guide here:

Master the art of measuring crown molding with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to measure size, angles, and corners for flawless installation.

03/20/2026

The Metrie 100 spotlights the people behind our impact.

⭐ Meet MYRA.

“12 years with the company, I started as an admin and just worked my way up to operations manager. I was just coming here to do my job and try to get product to the customers, I think that was the main thing for me.

Back in the day we were working crazy hours to get it done, now my guys are working straight 8 hours a day. So that's a big win for me.

I love improving systems, solving problems and supporting my team. I care about the work, but I also care about the people behind it.

My biggest thing is to be out there with them on the floor; it was my biggest thing and the hardest part of the role because I have to be behind the computer a lot too!

I think that's how I gained their respect, by them seeing me out there helping out with the heavy days, they got motivated, they never see me stress or nothing. It’s like, let's get it done right and let's go home!”