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Through special grant writing and the uniqueness of the BME, we are proud to offer limited grants to help those households with urgent and or pressing home repairs.Special focus is placed on weatherization and code requirements. If you think you qualify for our grant program please print the attached PDF file and visit the BME for review. Not all applicants will be approved.Grant applicants are responsible for 20% to 40% of the BME selling price. Grantee copay is based upon household income. Proof of income and home ownership are required for all grant.Special grants are made available through the generosity...

The Lewiston Sun-Journal recently ran a front page story about the advantages of shopping at the Maine BME. Building Some Savings By Bonnie Washuk , Staff WriterThursday, February 26, 2009 LISBON - A warehouse on Route 196 holds deals for homeowners. Found there recently: sinks, $10 to $150; interior doors, $40; Delta faucets, $70; new windows, $75. There are also piles of lumber, siding, insulation, tiles and water heaters. Welcome to Building Materials Exchange, a nonprofit organization with a mission of keeping good stuff out of landfills and providing affordable home-improvement materials to low-income homeowners and others. The lowest prices,...

Weatherization kits are greener for the environment, and a savings for the wallet!                             The BME has introduced a product developed by Tyz-all for window weatherization. Easy to install and re-useable year after year. The 4mill PVC plastic has a R value similar to a plate of window glass. The application of the window kit is to stop air infiltration from reaching the interior of your home. Those cool breezes coming thru your old window frame are not just annoying but cost you money. The BME Tyz-all...

Through a purchase of sustainably harvested Maine white pine, the BME is able to offer a great value for projects of all sizes.Dimensional 1x stock starts at only .20 for 1x4 per linear foot. A purchase of 4 foot "V"notch wainscotting is also available. Prices are true BME deals. Buy it by the piece or save even more with a lift price. Lumber is limited to Members and Supporting Members only.

Student desks are 3 drawer on the right side, with one center drawer. All desks come complete with matching chair. Chairs have a slight rock to back for extended deep though while searching for that perfect word or math equation.Limited number available so act quick.Desks- $75