Woodworkers and other residential contractors saw a jump compared to the previous month.

The woodworking products firm plans to plant more than 10,000 hardwood trees.

Wood furniture as fashion statement is gaining buzz, as designers embrace an eclectic look. Woodworkers may see a business as retailers look for one-of-a-kind chairs, tables and cabinets.

The wood design software will be distributed by Cadsoft in the UK.

The wood adhesives firm will take on the Liquamelt adhesive system.

The wood manufacturing software will be the focus of CNC Software Europe SA.

Furniture manufacturer and retailer Home Line Furniture Industries, Philadelphia, announced it would close. CEO Bret Venekoff declined to outline the reasons for the shutdown. When asked how long the process will take, Venekoff said, "I don't know." Earlier this month, a logistics firm lodged a $750,000 suit (a copy is attached) against Home Line.

Oshkosh Designs President Brenda Kubasta has acquired the brand and assets of the decorative flooring company.

CORMO windows and doors manufacturing cooperative, in San Martino in Rio, Italy, was among woodworking companies who presented or were visited during SCM Group's 2011 Windows+Doors tech tour. It's headquarters and plant occupies over 700,000 square feet.

The wood-focused show is scheduled April 26-28.