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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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Year End Lumber Market Analysis

Year End Lumber Market Analysis

As the year concludes, the lumber market demonstrates a blend of stability, cautious optimism, and strategic considerations influenced by both market and seasonal dynamics.

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Lumber Traders Seek Solace: October 2022

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Lumber Traders Seek Solace for Anticipated Year End Results 

Mill Strikes, Doug Fir Production Slows and Anticipated Curtailments are Announced

Weyerhaeuser Workers Strike Winds Down

After six straight weeks of striking, Weyerhaeuser reached a successful resolution of a work stoppage in Oregon and Washington.  Read more here

Doug Fir Production Slows 

Buyers scramble for Doug Fir as supply becomes limited due to a combination of the Weyerhaeuser mills strike and Canadian mills choosing to run Spruce instead of Doug Fir. Low supply results in an upward shift in Doug Fir prices (if you can even acquire any). 

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