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Suppliers gamble with exotic hardwood stock
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 19 January 2015 00:00
Exotic hardwood suppliers have to gamble a bit when deciding what to keep in stock. There’s some intuition involved as to guessing what’s hot and what’s not, according to several dealers interviewed by Woodshop News.
Maine trade group gains training grant
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 15 December 2014 00:00
The Maine Wood Products Association secured a $230,000 grant from the Northern Border Regional Commission to support the work of the state’s Regional Wood Products Consortium for the next three years.
Walnut sales boosted by recent design trends
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 15 December 2014 00:00
Recent walnut sales are mixed. But hardwood dealers interviewed by Woodshop News say the one constant in the market is customer fondness for the wood’s rich and characteristic color.
Rustic appearance gives white oak an edge
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 17 November 2014 00:00
Customer preferences for red and white oak fluctuate from year to year and in 2014 white oak has taken the lead. Hardwood dealers interviewed by Woodshop News say current buyers prefer white over red for its rich light-to-dark-brown color. Designers also favor white oak, especially when it’s distressed, giving it a rustic appearance.
Cherry sales steady as housing improves slowly
Written by Jennifer Hicks Monday, 20 October 2014 00:00
Sales of cherry are steady for the most part these days, according to lumber dealers interviewed by Woodshop News who also say supplies are increasing because of improvements in the U.S. housing market.
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