MUNN LUMBER OF DES MOINES

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Welcome to Munn Lumber of Des Moines

Products & Vendors at This Location

Lumber & Plywood

Millwork

Decking Materials

Interior/Exterior Doors

Windows

Roofing

Siding

We carry 2×4 through 2×12 dimensional lumber, OSB, plywood, fire retardant plywood, 1x rough cedar, treated lumber, building connectors, and other framing materials.
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Building Connectors
Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors are manufactured to the industry’s highest standards. From framing angles to straps to heavy-duty girder hangers, we offer the most diverse product line, ensuring you have the right product for the job. Find out how Simpson Strong-Tie connectors can help you build the right way every day.

Engineered Wood Products
We have the material. Plus, our in-house design team is available to provide you with assistance with your flooring and roofing systems.

  • Large “Boise Cascade” I-Joist and LVL inventory
  • I-Joist and Beam sizing
  • Layouts/framing diagrams for projects
  • Personalized take-offs
  • Precise technical assistance
  • Sizing recommendations
  • Electronic transmission of information (pdf, tif, dxf & dwg)
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  • LVL’s, I-Joist, and Rimboards
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Trusses

  • Softwood and hardwood boards from 1×4 to 1×12 in both softwoods and hardwoods
  • A wide selection of mouldings in paint-grade and stain-grade finishes
  • Sheet goods, stair parts, hardware, and all the materials you need to complete your millwork project.
  • Ability to order special mouldings and stair parts, where you can tap into a world of special ordered items to bring your exact vision to life. You start by sharing your design—whether it’s a sketch, photo, blueprint, or an existing piece—and collaborating with millwork specialists who help you choose the ideal wood species, profile, dimensions, and finishes. With a lead time of one to three weeks for most special orders. Your resulting mouldings and stair parts won’t just replicate a look—they’ll be crafted to fit your space, coordinate with existing materials, and elevate both the aesthetic and functional quality of your project.

Our selection of deck products includes PVC, composite, treated lumber, and railing systems. We also stock all the necessary installation materials and accessories, including posts, columns, trim, deck lighting, hardware, and hidden fasteners.

We have products in a variety of colors and textures.  We carry all of the installation materials and accessories for a one-stop shopping experience. We offer the latest in posts, caps, columns, hidden deck fasteners and more!

  • PVC, Composite & Wood Decking  Railing
  • Hardwoods & Cedar
  • Pressure Treated
  • PVC Railing
  • Posts, Columns & Trim
  • Deck Lighting, Accessories
  • Hidden Fasteners


Brands:

  • Trex: 
    Build your dream deck with the world’s best high-performance composite decking brand.
  • Westbury:
    Made from durable, powder-coated aluminum, railing resists rust, corrosion, and fading, ensuring enduring beauty.
  • Ultralox Interlocking Technology: Offers a multifaceted line of aluminum railings for both commercial and residential projects, utilizing our patented interlocking machine. Styles include traditional picket railing, glass panel, fencing, cable systems, screen rail, and a variety of lighting options, and all with distinct top rails to select from. All our aluminum railing products are accurately documented and meet the highest safety and durability standards in the industry.
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We sell doors from all of the leading manufacturers.

Munn’s experienced staff can handle any project. Whether you need Exterior doors, Interior Doors, Fiberglass, or Wood Doors, we can find the perfect door for your project.

Exterior

  • Therma‑Tru’s classic molded exterior doors, including the popular Smooth‑Star™ and Classic‑Craft® lines, expertly blend style, performance, and longevity.
  • Solid core molded exterior doors.
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Interior

  • An extensive collection of smooth and textured molded profile designs, all available with matching bifolds, ensuring a design is made to suit virtually every taste and decor. Offered in both raised and flat panel profiles, molded panel doors are an attractive fit for both traditional and contemporary decors, with flexible construction options available in hollow or solid core.
  • Pine 1-lite, 10-lite, and 15-lite doors
  • Ability to order special or custom interior doors, which are tailored to enhance both style and function. From the start, you will work with specialists who guide you through selecting materials—solid hardwoods, exotic veneers, and glass inserts to match your design vision.   Learn More

At Munn Lumber we offer windows and patio doors from industry leading manufacturers. 

Brands:

  • Anderson Windows: Series 100, 200, 400, E-Series, A-Series
  • Marvin Windows: Elevate, Essentials, and Signature collections
  • Quaker Windows
  • Vector Windows
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  • Asphalt Roofing Shingles
  • Synthetic Roofing Underlayments
  • LP SmartSide engineered wood siding resists damage from impacts better than fiber cement and vinyl siding.
  • DuPont Tyvek HomeWrap is the original air and water barrier, a house wrap designed for more durable, energy-efficient homes.
  • James Hardie is the leading fiber cement siding company, providing a better way to build for over 100 years.

Our History

Munn Lumber Company History showing the front of the building.

Since 1891, Munn Lumber has been the leading provider of building materials, offering quality products and exceptional services. 

In the Ames and Des Moines markets, Munn Lumber is dedicated to serving professional builders, remodelers, trade contractors, and retail projects. Our experienced sales teams offer estimating support, in-depth product knowledge, and project management to help ensure the success of every job. 

In addition, we provide professional installation services for decks, screened enclosures for porches and decks, as well as for exterior doors and windows.

For more information, visit our history page here.

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