Researchers at Oregon State University have confirmed decks built with today’s pressure-treated preserved wood products cause no environmental harm from preservative chemicals leaching from the wood and into rainwater or surrounding soil. The researchers collected runoff and soil samples the first and fourth years after construction of a deck built with wood pressure treated with Copper Azole (CA-C), the preservative used to treat the preserved wood sold for decks and other residential projects.

Madison Liquidators announces the addition of the Conversa Series by KFI Studios to its growing portfolio of high-design commercial office furniture. This new line of modular guest seating is a bold step forward in both form and function, designed to elevate modern office environments with its clean aesthetics, reconfigurable layouts, and comfort-driven design.

SmartQuality, developed by Hexion's autonomous manufacturing division, Smartech, acquired in 2024, tackles the long-standing industry dilemma of choosing between line speed and quality—delivering advanced data-driven insights that minimize these trade-offs.

Millboard, the UK-based manufacturer of wood composite decking and siding, has announced a new strategic distribution partnership with Russin, a major building materials distributor serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic United States. Effective immediately, Millboard products will be available through Russin's established dealer network, covering 13 states.

The index has only posted a lower reading twice since 2012 – in December 2022 when it hit 31 and in April 2020 at the start of the pandemic when it plunged more than 40 points to 30. Builder confidence, based on the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) research, is at 32.

The Judd Foundation settled a claim with Kim Kardashian and Clements Design earlier this June, according to ArtNews.com, The claim alleged that Kardashian had promoted knockoff versions of the late artist’s minimalist tables and chairs.

EUGENE, Oregon — Sierra Pacific Industries plans to spend $253 million on upgrades to its Eugene, Oregon, sawmill site, according to published reports.

Ready Seal will be apart of Rust-Oleum, a business in RPM's Consumer Group. This acquisition strengthens Rust-Oleum’s portfolio of exterior wood care products, a segment that continues to gain traction among professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts.

New Zillow research finds that a dark olive green kitchen and a navy blue bedroom can boost a home's sale price. Nearly one-third of all homeowners paint their home before listing it for sale, but sellers can earn top dollar when they pick the right colors, the research claims.

Choice Machinery Group, a leading American manufacturer of custom equipment for the woodworking and building materials industries, named two new leaders to its team: Mitch DeHaan as sales manager and TJ Thomasson as service manager.