Decks, patios and porches have long been popular for relaxing and entertaining guests, but today’s homeowners are increasingly requesting spaces that are even more functional—outdoor rooms. To meet these needs, design professionals and builders are relying on products, such as cypress, that offer good looks, durable performance, and versatility for indoor and outdoor use.

Here are five examples

The challenge most contracting companies face is ensuring these decisions are based on financial and operational facts rather than being clouded by unanswered theoretical questions.

There’s a long list of incentives that can be used for leverage when companies jockey for a favored relationship with carriers, but those that want a better shot at moving to the front of the line will want to focus on the following elements

Study after study shows that grateful people outperform ungrateful, or cynical ones. They’re more successful. They’re happier. They persevere more. 

What do you get when you plant a lumber company named Lacrosse (a town on Wisconsin’s bank of the Mississippi) into a community called Louisiana?

Exterior trim is often overlooked as an essential point for curb appeal when building or remodeling.

World Millwork Alliance is partnering with Keystone Certifications to introduce a new product certification program.

Traveling children's museum allows kids to interact with the lumber and construction industry.

Homebuilders are increasingly using decorative glass privacy windows as upgrade options for their clients 

The fear of rejection has cost you a lot of money. There’s a lot of business you haven’t asked for, or followed up on, because of fear. There are a lot of referrals you haven’t asked for because of fear.

By holding back the price on the first part of the offering we force the customer to engage with us. Humans want to know what’s behind the curtain; we can’t help ourselves.

National Hardwood Lumber Association members will vote this fall on proposed hardwood rules changes that could significantly affect the industry.

Hot color combinations in paint and design include the nostalgic hues of the Memories palette.

A Special Series from North American Wholesale Lumber Association

Sherwood Lumber Corp., Melville, N.Y., has selected Stockton, Ca., for its new Northern California distribution center.

The U.S. Department of Commerce is placing countervailing duties on imports from Canada.

Holmquist Lumber Co., Grove City, Mn., shut down March 31 with the retirement of Charlie Holmqvist.

Weakley-Watson Hardware, Brownwood, Tx., was preparing to shut its doors after 140 years.

Archbold, a tiny town tucked into the northwest corner of Ohio.

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