Wendy and Joel started Studs in Plains, Montana, on April 1st, 2014, in the former Brinson’s Building Supply location. With just a handful of employees, they aimed to support the local building contractors by offering a wide range of quality home construction materials. Soon after they partnered with Orgill to broaden the hardware selections, and Rodda Paint to bring in a high-quality line of paint. By 2020, Studs had grown to over a dozen employees, with more than ten times the amount of inventory and annual sales.

The opportunity to add a store in Thompson Falls became available in late 2020 with the purchase of the former Les Schwab Tire Center property just west of town. After the remodeling of the building was completed, Studs opened its second location in July 2021. Now with delivery options available from both stores, Studs was able to service the communities of Heron, Noxon, Trout Creek, Thompson Falls, Plains, Hot Springs, Paradise, Dixon, St. Regis, and Superior.

Studs continues to grow; employing more of our community members, increasing the selection of quality building materials available locally, and supporting area events, groups, and programs.