Window and door firm Plygem net sales for the second quarter were $307.3 million, an increase of $12.8 million, or 4.3%, compared to the prior year second quarter of $294.5 million. .

A carpenters union has helped build an energy efficient house for the TV show "Built To Last." A portion of the sale will benefit charity.

Finishing R&D: Out of the Labs, into Your Plant, as Dr. Phil Evans describes practical developments from his wood materials research at Wood Tech Summit 2012, Oct. 22-23 at the downtown University of British Columbia Vancouver, BC campus.

Manufacturer of residential and light commercial window and patio vinyl and wood-clad door products makes significant investment, adding jobs.

Thonet, renown for its steam bent wood chairs, commissioned architect/designer Andy Martin to create a bentwood bicycle paying homage to the company's original mid-19th century seating.

Hooker Furniture announced the launch of its Rhapsody Collection, which it says provides a casual yet sophisticated look for living space. The collection includes furniture for the living room, bedroom, dining room, home office and home entertainment.

The cabinet and vanity manufacturing industry is projecting an 8.6% growth in 2012 based on increases in consumer spending and a stabilization in the housing market, according to a recent study by IBISWorld.

Roseburg Forest Products has promoted Grady Mulbery to the newly created position of vice president of manufacturing.