The Sustainable Forestry Initiative named Karla Guyn, CEO of Ducks Unlimited Canada, to the SFI Board of Directors.

CHICAGO -- The Board of Directors for the Cabinet Makers Association recently met for a strategic planning session in Orlando, Florida, following KBIS. Current board president Matt Krig, owner of Northland Woodworks in Blaine, Minnesota, remains excited about what the future holds for the CMA. “The energy and momentum in the association right now is invigorating and suggests a positive outlook,” he said. “I’m proud to be associated with such a strong segment of the industry.”

Leedo's TruTouch finish demonstrates strong resistance to scratches and scuffs. TruTouch contains a resin-impregnated, high definition, decorative overlay that is pressed directly onto Leedo's wood substrate. Using high heat and pressure the overlay is embossed, creating a detailed wood veneer appearance to heighten the realism of the printed grain.

Furniture manufacturer Herman Miller, Inc earned the WorldatWork Seal of Distinction, a a recognition of excellence that recognizes companies who provide a beneficial workplace experience for balancing work-life concerns.

Nearly $1 million in federal grants and access to the Department of Energy’s largest research center will help Maine’s $8.5 billion forest products industry determine its future, officials announced Wednesday.

The coming year is expected to see sustained momentum in home remodeling and repair spending, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released by Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies.

Houzz sales and marketing expert Lindsey Thudin will keynote the 2017 Cabinets & Closets Expo on April 13 - the second day of the show - giving closets and cabinet shop business operators the unique chance to speak directly with a representative of the popular home interior trendsetter.

The Composite Panel Association’s December Industry Snapshot Report indicates that North American composite panel shipments of particleboard and MDF totaled 5.511 BSF for the year 2016, a slight decrease of 0.9 percent below 2015.

Given annually to honor designers for their creative closet and home organization designs, the 2017 contest deadline has been extended to Jan. 27. Enter now

Twenty percent of exhibitors - from fine wood products to high-tech applications - are appearing for the first time at Cabinets & Closets Expo in 2017.