New Kansas City Airport Terminal Topped with Giant Wood-Clad Canopy
The latest example of innovative and creative uses for wood can be found at the new Kansas City International Airport main terminal which features a giant wood-clad canopy. Wood continues to prove its versatility and creativity with the latest example being at the Kansas City International Airport where a large wood-clad canopy tops the newly […]
One Housing Sector Is Booming: Chicken Coops
Even while full-size home building has tapered off impacting demand for wood, the chicken coop business is robust, providing another market for the wood products business. They may not use quite the same amount of board feet as a new two-story colonial home but the chicken coop business is booming, opening up a new growth […]
Wood-Based Remodeling Jobs Among Best ROIs for Homeowners
Several key home remodeling projects that involve wood products are among the best values for homeowners, a new study shows. With the housing market slowing, many retailers and suppliers in the business are counting on home remodeling to drive sales in 2023. And a new study from the Today’s Homeowner website shows that projects using […]
U.S. Wood Frame Construction Honored at Global Event
Chicago, IL – “American Framing,” an exhibition exploring the aesthetic power of wood-framed construction in American architecture, will be featured in the United States pavilion at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia. Directed by Hashim Sarkis and presenting new ideas and projects by architects from around the world, the exhibition will […]
NEWS BRIEFS Hickory Theft; ANSI Stair Standards; Wood Pellet Firm Sold
Rising prices have led to a rise in timber theft; window group relaunches website.
Custom Cabinet Maker Reports Sales Up 16% Since Acquisition
Boise, ID – Kyle’s Custom Wood Shop, acquired October 1, 2020 by 1847 Holdings LLC (OTCQB: EFSH), generated record quarterly billings of $1.2 million in the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2020, up 16.8% from the prior year period. 1847 Holdings is a publicly traded acquisition holding company that acquires lower-middle market businesses which it regards […]
SFI Plans Urban Forest Sustainability Standard for North America
Paul Johnson joins SFI in a new staff position: Director of Urban and Community Forestry.
MJB Wood to Build Flagship Distribution Center near Bristol, IN
Panel and component supplier MJB Wood announced it will build a flagship distribution center near Bristol, IN.
Is Powder Coated Wood Poised for Its Next Big Advance?
Encasing wood surfaces and able to bypass edgebanding, the latest formulations are said to be more durable and have controlled gloss.
Canadian Union Leader Says U.S. Softwood Lumber Tariffs Should Be Cut
Seeking Canadian exemptions to Buy American policies, permanently resolve the softwood lumber dispute, and start incorporating the countries’ climate plans.