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Living in Charleston we are blessed with the most beautiful landscapes on earth. From oak lined driveways and 200 year old homes to winding rivers and white sand beaches, Charleston has it all. When building or remodeling your current or new home, windows allow you to stay in touch with all that surrounds you and…

There are many pieces in a home that bring a room together. From an antique book case or painting, to a leather chair or sofa. But, in a room that has a fireplace, the mantle is the centerpiece. These can be simple or ornate, custom or pre-designed, but they all bring the room together. At…

When you walk into a room, crown moulding can be one of the most impactful design additions you will notice. Historic Charleston, SC is known for its style and design when it comes to crown moulding and Southern Lumber is a primary contributor to this design piece. For 75 years, Southern Lumber has been working…

A ship cannot sail without its crew, and the same is true for Southern Lumber. Our “crew” has made us who we are. Southern Lumber employees are different, they are experts. Everyday they strive to be the best they can be and do it with a smile on their face. We could not ask for…

Herman Albrecht Jr., born in Mt Pleasant SC, worked for William Gable after graduating from Murray Vocational School in Charleston. During his early employment with Mr. Gable, Herman built window sashes in his garage apartment at 100 St Margaret Street where he lived after marrying Eloise Seabrook Van Ness in 1937. Shortly after, they had…

Southern Lumber & Millwork has always been a family business. Since 1941, our founder, Herman Albrecht, has instilled the importance of family at Southern Lumber. Today is no different. Although its been 75 years, we still hold our Southern Lumber family dear to our hearts. From our employees to our customers, our work family, makes…

Christmas and New Years are very special times of year to spend with friends and family. They are times to reflect on past years and look forward to the coming new year. For us at SLM, this coming year is more special than most, we are celebrating our 75th year in business. As a family…

Southern Lumber & Millwork Corporation, located in Charleston, SC, was organized in 1940 by Herman Albrecht, Jr. With ten years of building materials and millwork experience behind him as well as additional experience as a teacher of carpentry and blueprint reading at Murray Vocational High School, he started a small millwork business in the backyard…