DATE: April 2025
SECTOR: Hardwoods, U.S. Forestry, Forest Products
SOURCE: The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC)
TOPIC: Sustainable American Hardwood Species and Production
SUMMARY: A comprehensive resource for understanding American hardwood species and the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s (NHLA) lumber grading system
DESCRIPTION: This American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) publication is an illustrated guide to sustainable hardwoods grown in the United States, from American red oak to American elm. It provides information on commercially available U.S. hardwood species, detailing their properties and applications, and offers insights on hardwood lumber, including a clear and comprehensive explanation of the NHLA’s grading rules. Highlights include a section on the environmental credentials of American hardwoods and case studies of iconic hardwood projects.
Access the full guide: A Guide to Sustainable American Hardwoods
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