Woodworking Industry News

U.S. Cabinet Sales to Hit $15.3B in 2016: Freedonia Group

U.S. sales of residential and commercial cabinetry are expected to increase 8.2% annually to $15.3 billion in 2016, according to a new study by The Freedonia Group Inc.

By Rich Christianson, June 19, 2012 | 12:28 pm CDT

Argington Furniture Backs California Flammability Rule Change

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Furniture Flammability Standards Under California Review

California Governor Jerry Brown has asked state agencies to reduce the use of toxic flame retardants in upholstered furniture.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 19, 2012 | 11:37 am CDT

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Unfinished Furniture Association Adopts New Name

The Unfinished Furniture Association is now the Authentic Home Furnishings Association.

By Rich Christianson, June 19, 2012 | 10:09 am CDT

Management

Wood Telephone Poles Turned to Ethanol

Wood waste and biofuel power firm Enerkem Inc. says it has begun producing cellulosic ethanol from used telephone poles at its demonstration facility in Westbury, Québec.

By Bill Esler, June 18, 2012 | 11:39 pm CDT

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Sonoco Wood Reel Surcharge Announced

Sonoco (NYSE: SON) nailed wood reels will see an 8.6 percent surcharge, effective July 1, to offset two years of lumber cost increases. But wood prices should soften, the company says.

By Bill Esler, June 18, 2012 | 9:28 pm CDT

Management

Coast Guard Air Base Converting to Wood Pellet Heat

The U.S. Coast Guard air station in Sitka plans to switch from oil to wood pellets to heat the base in a cost-saving move.

By Rich Christianson, June 18, 2012 | 12:33 pm CDT

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JELD-WEN to Acquire CraftMaster Manufacturing

JELD-WEN Inc. has signed a letter of intent to purchase multi-plant wood interior door and exterior trim maker CraftMaster Manufacturing Inc. (CMI).

By Rich Christianson, June 18, 2012 | 10:12 am CDT

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Wood Education Scholars Granted $33,500 by AWIEF

The Architectural Woodwork Institute Education Foundation, the giving arm of AWI, awarded $33,500 in scholarships and grants in 2012, including $20,000 to fund IWF 2012 attendances by WoodLINKS USA teachers.

By Bill Esler, June 17, 2012 | 3:55 pm CDT

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Cabinet Restoration Service Joins Cabinet Makers Group

National Restorations says it has joined the Cabinet Makers Association, so CMA members can join its restoration network on a preferred basis. The company restores rather than replaces kitchen cabinets damaged by fire.

By Bill Esler, June 17, 2012 | 12:31 pm CDT

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Cabinet Makers Association Takes Center Stage at IWF

The Cabinet Makers Association (CMA) has a fully-loaded schedule set for the 2012 International Woodworking Fair, Aug. 22-25 in Atlanta, including a starring role in the IWF conference program.

By Rich Christianson, June 17, 2012 | 10:16 am CDT