Wood-Related Materials and Labor Make Up 30% of a New Home Cost

Close to one-third of the cost of building a new single-family home in America involves framing, flooring and other wood materials. Wood materials remain the single largest cost for new single-family homes in the country according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders. The report is based on the association’s annual […]

Martin Door Acquired by PGT Windows for $185 Million

Venice, FL—PGT Innovations, Inc. (NYSE: PGTI), a manufacturer of storm-proof non-wood windows and doors windows and doors, acquired Martin Door Holdings, Inc. for $185 million. Martin, with $60 million in sales and 173 employees, is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, and is a leading custom manufacturer of premium overhead garage doors and hardware serving […]

As IWF 2022 Opens, Exciting New Tools, Technology and Materials Debut

As crowds begin pouring into IWF 2022, the massive halls of the Georgia World Congress Center—1.2 million square feet packed with more than 925 exhibitors—are positively brimming with the latest advances in materials, technology, and services. The pandemic did not stop advances in development of equipment and consumables. And woodworkers have continued to adopt better […]

KVAL Introduces 990-APEX CNC Door Machine at IWF 2022

Petaluma, CA – Kval Inc. introduces at IWF 2022 a new addition to its lineup of computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines, the 990-APEX door machine. It redefines door and jamb machining flexibility with an all-in-one solution for the prehung interior, architectural and exterior door markets. The standard configuration is capable of producing an exceptionally broad […]

Owner of ClosetMaid, Clopay Doors Eyes Sale or Divestiture

New York, NY—Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF) says its board of directors retained Goldman Sachs to review a sale, merger, divestiture, recapitalization, or other strategic transaction. Among other businesses, Griffon owns ClosetMaid as well as Clopay, which makes garage and commercial doors. Griffon is not under duress, with business for 2022 expected to rise 34 percent, or […]

Woodgrain Millwork to Acquire Huttig Building Products for $350M

St. Louis, MO—Woodgrain Inc. will acquire Huttig Building Products, Inc. for $350 million. “This acquisition will increase our footprint by expanding our network,” says Woodgrain CEO Kelly Dame. Based in St. Louis, MO, Huttig is a leading distributor of millwork, building materials, and wood products. The acquisition will significantly increase Woodgrain’s distribution network, product offerings, […]

Jeld-Wen Details Plans to Sell Door Plant by Year End

Charlotte, NC—In its annual report filed with the SEC last month, window and door giant Jeld-Wen Holding revealed details about the court-ordered sale of its Towanda, PA door skin plant. Separately, Jeld-Wen says William (Bill) Christensen, currently CEO of Rehau, will join the firm as president of Jeld-Wen Europe on April 1. In the SEC […]

Home Builders Face Delays for Garage Doors, Cabinets, and Windows

Home building has been growing at a rapid pace, despite challenging concerns such as rising lumber prices, labor shortages, and increases in interest rates. But another constraint has surfaced in recent months: supply chain issues limiting delivery of many building products used in home construction and remodeling, including windows, garage doors, and kitchen cabinet doors. […]

Window Makers to Feds: Fix Trade Rules to Ease Shortages

Washington, DC—The Window & Door Manufacturers Association WDMA) called on the federal government “to immediately enter negotiations to enact a new Softwood Lumber Agreement between the United States and Canada that it believes reasonably ensures a supplemental supply of lumber is accessible to domestic consumers.” The statement, included in its just-released 2022 WDMA National Policy […]

IWF 2022: Approaches to Computer Automation Vary by Plant Size and Product

With more than 750 exhibitors booked and hundreds more to come, IWF 2022 is on track to deliver more woodworking technology and design innovations. Woodworking machinery makers have continuously improved the operation of equipment, with electronics simplifying set-up and operation. From freestanding floor machinery to highly sophisticated, high volume CNC production systems, visitors to IWF […]