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

U.S. LBM acquires Builders Supply Company to expand in Carolinas

Serving the greater Charlotte market since 1908, Builders Supply Company offers one of the largest lumber and millwork inventories in the Carolinas, with products ranging from framing material and engineered wood to window and door distribution and install services.

By Dakota Smith, May 15, 2026 | 9:32 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Connecticut celebrates modernized state sawmill, state-grown forest products

This multi-year modernization project strengthens Connecticut’s commitment to local wood products, innovative technology, and responsible forest stewardship. The investment will help ensure that materials used for state projects – including trail bridges, picnic tables in State Parks, facility signage, and building components – can be sourced locally.

By Dakota Smith, May 15, 2026 | 9:12 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Do It Best Group names Nick Talarico as COO

In his new role, Talarico will have the responsibility of strengthening operations, aligning the team, and advancing Do it Best Group’s work to serve members and retailers through both national brands.

By Dakota Smith, May 15, 2026 | 9:06 am CDT

Technology

Platinum Tooling to showcase Swiss CNC solutions at IMTS 2026

At the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS 2026), booth #432201, Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., the exclusive importer of Heimatec live tools and angle heads, will display a variety of complementary products designed to enhance the capabilities of Swiss CNC lathes, including such popular brands as Citizen, Star and Tsugami.

By Dakota Smith, May 15, 2026 | 8:24 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

KI debuts as sponsor of ICFF 'Wanted' Design Schools Workshop

KI will make its debut at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) this year as sponsor of the WANTED Design Schools Workshop, a collaborative design program that brings together emerging designers from leading international schools during ICFF, May 17–19, 2026, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

By Larry Adams, May 14, 2026 | 1:35 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

WARN notice filed for Bush Industries as furniture group enters receivership

Bush Industries Inc. filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, informing the state that it closed its eSolutions Furniture Group facility in Summit Township, near Erie, and 51 people were laid off.

By Larry Adams, May 14, 2026 | 12:46 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Candlelight Cabinetry gets new lease on life

The newly formed Candlelight Curated Inc. group has acquired the operating assets of the former Candlelight Cabinetry facility in Lockport.

By Larry Adams, May 14, 2026 | 12:06 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Transform an at-home arcade game into furniture

Are you a player of arcade-style games and wish you had one in your own home? But, you don't like large games taking up space in your home? If so, you might be interested in a full-size arcade that folds into a furniture cabinet.

By Larry Adams, May 14, 2026 | 11:10 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

Building material prices increase at fastest pace in three years

Soaring energy prices caused a spike in the overall April PPI reading to 6% compared to last year. Including energy, the price index for inputs to new residential construction was up 5.9% from last year.

By Dakota Smith, May 14, 2026 | 9:54 am CDT

Woodworking Industry News

T.M. Cobb unites divisions under one brand

The brand evolution brings Haley Bros., Cobb Custom, and T.M. Cobb Distribution together in a more integrated structure, reflecting the company’s approach to manufacturing, custom millwork, and distribution. The unification reinforces T.M. Cobb Companies’ ability to support customers from specification through final delivery.

By Dakota Smith, May 14, 2026 | 9:04 am CDT