Discover Alder: A Strategic Alternative to Poplar
Overview of AlderAlder is a robust hardwood that mirrors Poplar’s workable properties while excelling with aesthetic appeal. It is easy to machine and finish, featuring a color palette that ranges from light tan to reddish-brown. The uniform closed grain of Alder provides a subtle elegance to finished products. More importantly,... read more >
Hardwood Forests Protect a Healthy Planet : Unleashing the Potential of Hardwoods for Our Planet.
Nurturing Biodiversity North American hardwood forests are home to 85 species of mammals, 130 species of fish, about 32,000 species of insects, and 300 species of birds, all of which rely on hardwood forests for their survival. Add to this about 40 species of plants and trees, and 45 species... read more >
Beyond Lumber – Your Partner in Business Excellence
Beyond being the leading supplier of hardwoods, our meticulous grading and precise tally processes underscore our commitment to quality and accuracy. We pride ourselves on superior performance in every facet of our partnership, from industry insight to the unparalleled quality of our products. With NWH, you're not just getting lumber;... read more >
Indoors or Out, Wood Equals Well-being : Unleashing the Potential of Hardwoods for Our Health.
Which feels better? And which is best for lowering your blood pressure under a deadline? That’s the question researchers posed in “Effects of Biophilic Indoor Environment on Stress and Anxiety Recovery,” a study published by Science Direct in 2020. It found that interiors that drew from nature—its materials, colors and... read more >
Driven by Innovation
Recently, NWH implemented a real-time manufacturing platform to gather and monitor facility floor data. With instant feedback on utilization, downtime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), NWH is able to offer customers benefits from improved quality and delivery times to cost. Also, NWH received a 2023 grant from the USDA to... read more >
Promoting a Sustainable Future
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NWH – Our Values in Action
At NWH, our people come first. Our goal is to provide a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We also strive to make a positive impact on the communities where we work. From supporting local organizations to our focus on sustainability, we're committed to... read more >
Hardwood Products Do More
Naturally sourced hardwood products are a smart solution for designers and manufacturers striving to do the right thing by the environment. Hardwood products do more than add beauty to any space, they play an important role in reducing our carbon footprint. Nathan Jeppson, CEO of NWH, shares his thoughts on... read more >
Are We Running Out of Trees? : The History of U.S. Forest Resource Management
Are we running out of trees? Absolutely not. This video, created by The Timber & Forestry Foundation and narrated by Criswell Davis, gives a brief history of U.S. Forest Resource Management and how we have vastly improved forestry practices over the past 100 years.Criswell Davis says, "In the last one... read more >