News, Updates, & Press Releases

Keep up-to-date on the latest happenings in the woodworking industry. Woodworking Network provides news & updates for the professional woodworking and closets & organized storage industries in North America.

Hunt Forest Products Closes hardwood sawmill

Hunt Forest Products is encouraging Olla mill employees to apply for open positions within the company if they are qualified

By Rich Christianson, June 21, 2026 | 1:06 pm CDT

Design

Slideshow: Solis Movement’s new hot yoga studio

A skylight carved into the ceiling draws daylight deep into the interior, establishing an immediate sense of stillness.

By Rich Christianson, June 20, 2026 | 9:00 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Think Lightweight returns to IWF 2026 with bigger booth, new products

The countdown to IWF 2026 has begun and Think Lightweight said it plans to make a bold statement at North America’s largest woodworking event. From August 25–28, 2026, visitors attending the International Woodworking Fair 2026 in Atlanta will have the opportunity to explore smarter lightweight solutions, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and two brand-new product launches.

June 19, 2026 | 11:38 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Record year for ENplus as certified pellet production exceeds 14.5 million metric tons

After a year of stabilization, the ENplus certification scheme has confirmed a renewed growth in certified volumes, reaching over 14.5 million tons of wood pellets in 2025, based on the data submitted by certified companies.

By Larry Adams, May 29, 2026 | 12:18 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Building products company, Apogee Enterprises, acquires translucent lighting company

Apogee Enterprises, Inc., a provider of architectural building products and services, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire translucent daylighting solutions company, Kalwall Companies, from the Keller family for up to $115 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to customary closing conditions.

By Larry Adams, May 29, 2026 | 11:10 am CDT

Canadian News

Weyerhaeuser pleaded guilty in 2023 death of worker

Weyerhaeuser Company Limited pleaded guilty May 19 for failing to ensure the health and safety of a worker after a man died on the job in Grande Prairie, Alberta, on November 18, 2023.

By Larry Adams, May 28, 2026 | 10:38 pm CDT

Design

Slideshow: Lilac House's renovations designed for a lifetime

Designed to evolve without the need for major future renovations, the project incorporates a flexibility essential to family life.

By Rich Christianson, May 28, 2026 | 8:05 pm CDT

Event Coverage

How to prepare to sell your business

Industry expert Tim Coleman will outline actionable strategies for navigating a business sale, focusing on clean financial records and standardizing operations to maximize value ahead of a transition.

By Michaelle Bradford, May 28, 2026 | 4:47 pm CDT

Event Coverage

Custom storage veterans to anchor 2026 Closets Conference keynote panel

A panel of industry leaders will discuss emerging trends and what’s shaping the custom storage market.

By Michaelle Bradford, May 28, 2026 | 1:36 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

US office furniture market set for steady growth through 2031

According to Mordor Intelligence, the United States office furniture market size was valued at $15.82 billion (USD) in 2025 and is expected to reach $16.47 billion (USD) in 2026. According to the market forecast, the market is projected to grow to $20.94 billion (USD) by 2031 at a CAGR of 4.92% during 2026-2031.

By Larry Adams, May 28, 2026 | 1:24 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

‘Furniture orchard’ grows chairs from trees

A couple has spent nearly two decades growing furniture from living trees, creating what they call Britain’s first “furniture orchard”.

By Larry Adams, May 28, 2026 | 1:08 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

500k fentanyl pills found hidden in flat-pack furniture boxes

Authorities in Colorado say what began as a routine traffic stop led to the seizure of 500,000 fentanyl pills hidden in multiple boxes of flat-pack furniture, and the arrest of a 62-year-old woman.

By Larry Adams, May 28, 2026 | 12:58 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Sustainability expert to lead KCMA as president

The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA) board of directors has elected Angela Bouma as its next president.

By Larry Adams, May 28, 2026 | 12:25 pm CDT