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PLEASANTON HARDWARE STORES CONSOLIDATING
Workbench True Value Hardware is merging its two stores in Pleasanton, Ca.
Building Products Digest - February 2026
February 2026 Spring Outdoor Living Issue of Building Products Digest, a monthly magazine for lumber & building material dealers & distributors
Merchant Magazine - February 2026
The February 2026 edition of The Merchant Magazine is the spring outdoor living issue of this monthly trade journal for the western lumber industry since 1922
Building Products Digest - January 2026
January 2026 edition of Building Products Digest, monthly trade magazine for lumber & building material dealers & distributors
Merchant Magazine - January 2026
January 2026 Western Woods Special Issue of The Merchant Magazine, monthly trade journal for the western lumber industry since 1922
PLEASANTON HARDWARE STORES CONSOLIDATING
Workbench True Value Hardware is merging its two stores in Pleasanton, Ca.
ALUMINUM POST WRAPS
Digger Specialties has introduced Westbury aluminum post wraps, ideal for upgrading new or existing support columns or posts
REFINED MODULAR DOOR
The Modern Sliding door, part of the Marvin Modern collection, complements the existing Modern Swinging and Modern Multi-Slide doors
ANCHORING ADHESIVE
Simpson Strong-Tie has launched Strong-Bond, a fast-curing adhesive for everyday anchoring and repair of concrete, masonry and stone
CULTURE, METRICS & MINDSET
Kodiak Building Partners' Lance Grimm shares how to build a culture of continuous improvement for long-term success
OLSEN ON SALES: HOW DO I GROW MY SALES FORCE?
Let’s look at the pros and cons of hiring experienced vs. non-experienced sellers.
OLSEN ON SALES: SELLING IN A DOWN MARKET
The solution to selling in contracted markets? Get back to the basics.
OLSEN ON SALES: "THANKS FOR THE NUMBER, I'LL LET YOU KNOW..."
NOTHING CAN BE more frustrating than working up an offering for a customer and then having them tell us, “Thanks for the number, James, I’ll let you know…” No salesperson is needed because no selling is involved; we just give a number and wait for the call-back or call
Manufactured Stone Veneer: A Versatile Interior Design Solution
Stone has long been admired for exterior façades and landscape features—but its appeal doesn’t stop at the front door. Indoors, stone brings natural character and visual depth, transforming everyday spaces into striking design statements. Interior stone installations can be used to establish focal points, delineate adjacent spaces, and
Build a Deck for All Seasons With Surestone Technology
A great deck shouldn’t be a fair-weather friend. It should be ready for spring rain, summer sun, crisp fall evenings, and the challenges of winter. That kind of year-round reliability doesn’t just happen—it comes from choosing products designed to perform in every condition. Deckorators® Voyage and Summit
SOUTHERN PARALLEL CLOSING SYP MILL
Southern Parallel Forest Products will permanently shutter its SYP mill in Albertville, Al., effective April 8
STICKS & STUFF PURCHASES VERMONT DEALER
Sticks & Stuff has acquired Wheeler Building Materials, Lyndonville, Vt., as its 7th location
ALPINE LUMBER HIT WITH DATA BREACH
Alpine Lumber is alerting employees of a data security breach
MOUNTAIN VIEW TRUE VALUE CLOSING
After more than 50 years of business, Blossom True Value Hardware, Mountain View, Ca., plans to close when its lease expires this summer.
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GANAHL EXPANDS TO SAN DIEGO WITH ACQUISITION OF PINE TREE LUMBER
Ganahl Lumber has purchased two-unit San Diego County dealer Pine Tree Lumber
WASHINGTON LUMBERYARD CLOSES AFTER 75 YEARS
Martin Lumber & Hardware, Everett, Wa., permanently closed on Oct. 11 after 75 years in business.
CAPITAL RELOCATES OREGON FACILITY
Capital Lumber has relocated to a new, upgraded facility in Donald, Or.