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OSB Prices Skyrocket in March 2024

OSB Prices Skyrocket in March 2024

While we’ve savored a period of price stability, the winds of change are blowing. February brought a surge in housing numbers, prompting mills to adjust their conservative supply, setting the stage for the shifts we’re witnessing today in the OSB market.

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Demystifying Lumber Measurements: A Comprehensive Guide for Lumber Users

Demystifying Lumber Measurements: A Comprehensive Guide for Lumber Users

Delve into the intricacies of lumber measurements with our comprehensive guide tailored for lumber users. From mastering board feet to deciphering square footage and lineal feet, our expert insights shed light on vital concepts essential for optimizing material usage and cost estimation. Explore the nuances of lumber calculations and empower your projects with precision and efficiency. Join us in demystifying the language of lumber to enhance your lumber projects.

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Fourth Quarter Industry Update

Fourth Quarter Industry Update

Welcome to our Fourth Quarter Industry Update, where we delve into the latest developments and insights shaping the lumber industry landscape. In this comprehensive update, we explore a range of topics, from housing starts and permits to lumber market forecasts and major industry announcements. Learn about the trends driving the market, the challenges faced by mills in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest, and the anticipated price stability in plywood and OSB markets. Discover how these factors impact your purchasing decisions and business strategies in the dynamic lumber market. Join us as we navigate through the complexities of the industry, providing you with valuable insights to thrive in 2024 and beyond.

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June 2023: Lumber Market Starts to Sizzle

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It’s not just the summer temperatures that are rising in Arizona, lumber prices are starting to simmer!

Across most products, we are experiencing the beginning signs of price increases. Similar to the mild Arizona June temperature increases, the lumber market is just starting to slowly trend upward.

May Housing Starts and Permits Up

  • May Housing Starts and Permits experienced the the largest increase in 13 months. Builder confidence continues to increase.
  • Even with current mortgage rates, new build housing starts and permits are up. Limited market resale supply is one reason for consumers turning to new builds.

Fires begin to Roar Across North America and Arizona

  • Fires hinder some mills harvesting seasons.