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10/28/2026

Ash combines a clean palette with the toughness to handle demanding use. Its bold, straight grain gives furniture, flooring, and architectural woodwork definition, while its strength and shock resistance make it a proven choice for sporting goods and tool handles. Ash machines and sands exceptionally well and accepts a range of finishes.

At NWH, we offer Ash in a range of thicknesses and grades from both the Glacial and Appalachian regions, tailored to manufacturers' needs. Regional grade options give manufacturers choices for long, clear cuttings and smaller components, making Ash adaptable to different products and production needs.

👉 Swipe through to see the grades we offer and how each is commonly used—then save this post as a quick reference for future projects.

Explore grades and applications:
▪️ Glacial: https://bit.ly/480KKvr
▪️ Appalachian: https://bit.ly/4zN3wlI

10/27/2026

The case for building with wood goes well beyond its natural beauty.

New research from AkzoNobel and the University of Amsterdam / Universiteit van Amsterdam reinforces wood’s role in more sustainable building design. A lifecycle assessment found that wood-based façades and window frames had lower carbon footprints than comparable alternatives made from aluminum, steel and PVC.

The findings highlight what makes wood such a compelling building material: natural beauty, lasting performance and the potential to reduce environmental impact through thoughtful material selection and proper protection.

At NWH, we believe in the enduring value of wood and the opportunities it creates for better design and building.

👉 Read more about the research and what it means for the future of wood in construction: https://bit.ly/4zWzbBf

Benefits of using wood in buildings | AkzoNobel

10/23/2026

There's nothing quite like the crack of a wooden bat, the roar of the crowd, and the excitement of October baseball. Here's to America's pastime, the traditions that bring us together, and another unforgettable World Series.

10/22/2026

It all begins in the forest.

It’s National Forest Products Week, a time to recognize the incredible value of our forests and the products they make possible. From beautiful interiors and finely crafted furniture to the spaces where we live, work, and gather, North American hardwoods bring natural beauty, strength, and lasting value to everyday life.

At NWH, we’re proud to be part of an industry that transforms one of nature’s most remarkable renewable resources into something extraordinary.

📸 Photo credit:
Crystal Cabinets G*t Creek | American Made Furniture Somerset Hardwood Flooring Whittier Wood Furniture Hartville Hardware

10/20/2026

In Case You Missed It: Hardwood Highlights from NWH

This edition highlights new resources to help you compare hardwood species and materials, industry investments that expand processing capabilities, a peek behind the scenes, and opportunities to connect with our team at upcoming events.

Take a look at what's happening across NWH.

👉 Find these articles and more: https://bit.ly/4hWlGeN

10/16/2026

What does the future of data center construction look like? It might include a lot more wood.

Microsoft is building two hyperscale data centers in Northern Virginia using a hybrid cross-laminated timber (CLT) system. Designed by Gensler and Thornton Tomasetti, the facilities are expected to reduce embodied carbon by 35% compared with conventional steel construction and 65% compared with typical precast concrete.

For NWH, projects like this are exciting because they demonstrate just how much potential wood has in the built environment. As architects, engineers and builders look for new ways to reduce embodied carbon, hardwoods are proving they can play a role in applications that extend far beyond where we traditionally expect to see it.

It is another example of innovation expanding what is possible with one of the world’s most remarkable natural materials.

👉 Read more about the project from Gensler: https://bit.ly/4j73Gzh

Gensler partnered with Thornton Tomasetti to employ a sustainable approach on two groundbreaking mass timber hyperscale data centers for Microsoft in Virginia.

10/14/2026

👉 TAG A DESIGNER WHO LOVES DESIGN WITH A STORY.

Designers choose materials for how they look, feel and perform. But there is a bigger story behind every choice.

Our free, on-demand CEU, Specifying North American Hardwoods, explores the design characteristics of hardwood along with its ecological, cultural and wellness benefits, carbon impact and role in sustainable building.

Because understanding where a material comes from and what it contributes gives you more than something beautiful to design with. It gives your choices more meaning.

Tag a designer who should take the CEU.

✔️ Earn 1.0 HSW-Sustainability credit today: https://bit.ly/4yOjBYb

10/12/2026

Today, we recognize the people who help make everything we do here at NWH possible.

On National Loggers Day, we celebrate the hardworking men and women who work in our forests every day, bringing skill, experience and a deep understanding of the land to one of the most important jobs in the hardwood industry.

Their work is where the hardwood journey begins, helping bring a remarkable natural resource from the forest to the products, spaces and places we all use every day.

Thank you to the logging professionals who keep our industry moving forward!🌳

10/09/2026

The colors of 2027 are starting to take shape.

Paint companies are announcing their 2027 Colors of the Year, offering an early look at the palettes expected to influence interiors in the year ahead.

Martha Stewart's latest roundup includes everything from BehrPaint’s mossy olive Grounded and Dutch Boy Paint’s earthy orange Deep Rooted to Valspar’s muted blue Cottage Door, Graham & Brown’s clay-inspired Rose Earth and Dunn-Edwards Paints’ deep brown French Press Coffee.

The colors may vary, but a common direction is emerging: warmer, richer, more grounded spaces with a strong connection to nature.

For NWH, that direction is especially interesting. These colors do more than pair beautifully with hardwood. They reflect many of the same qualities that make natural wood so compelling in a space: warmth, depth, character, variation and an inherent connection to the natural world.

As designers embrace richer color and more layered, authentic interiors, hardwood has an important role to play in bringing those spaces to life.

See all of the 2027 Colors of the Year announced so far from Martha Stewart: https://bit.ly/4rTyCoV

Paint companies are sharing which colors they think will dominate in 2027. Here’s a running list of the Color of the Year picks already announced.

10/07/2026

Alder is one of the most versatile hardwoods for cabinetry, furniture and millwork. The right preparation and finishing process can help manufacturers achieve more consistent, repeatable results.

Our latest guide covers the key steps, including sanding and sealing, along with practical considerations for building color with dyes, toners, glazes and topcoats.

Learn how to get more from Alder and create a finish that brings out its natural character.

👉 Read the Guide: https://bit.ly/4ehxZQi