What started as a bold idea — to make high-quality woodworking education accessible, modern, and industry-driven — has evolved into a proven model that is gaining momentum across the country. The National Woods Board reflects on 2025 and looks ahead to 2026.

Avoid obstacles to a lean transformation by focusing on undeniable truths.

Only when you really know the scope and cost of work can you accurately price a job.

By the Numbers is a monthly column providing facts and figures on the woodworking industry.

The 90-minute session on Zoom is scheduled for 12 p.m. EST Thursday, January 25.

Tariffs, interest rates, housing issues, mid-term elections plus pent-up demand complicate predictions.

View the infographic, plus trends, statistics and projections for the wood components and industrial products industries. Wood components include: cabinet doors & drawers, furniture parts, mouldings & trim, turnings, dimension stock, stair parts & specialty items. Industrial products include: pallets, reels, household utensils, crates, plus crossties and pellets.

View the infographic, plus trends, statistics and projections for the wood and laminate flooring industries. The category includes hardwood flooring, laminate/engineered flooring, plank, and parquet.

View the infographic, plus trends, statistics and projections for the windows and doors industry.

View the infographic, plus trends, statistics and projections for the closets and home organization industry. The category includes: walk-in and reach-in closets, garages, mudrooms, pantries, laundry rooms, home offices and related products.