On May 23 1996, T&H Forest Industries Ltd. was incorporated in British Columbia, Canada. Since our foundation, we have supplied over 500,000 m³ of Canadian forest products from the Port of Vancouver to markets including Japan, Indonesia, Argentina, Thailand, South Korea, the Philippines, China, and domestic Canada. While 30 years may be a relatively short […]
<SPF> Clear Select (C&Btr) 1″x6″ 8′ S4S KD/HT Clear Select is Gorman’s highest-grade 1” SPF board, clean and sleek with minimal knots. S4S, KD/HT. Available in comb face finish (2”–12”) and resawn finish (4”–12”). Images are also available at our Instagram/Facebook pages.
Western Red Cedar sourced from Canadian forests is naturally durable, lightweight, and known for its rich color and clean grain. A versatile choice for both exterior and interior applications, including siding, decking, soffit, paneling, and fencing. Images are also available at our Instagram/Facebook pages.
In North America, markets remained mixed but generally firm through April. Tight supply and seasonal demand supported stable pricing. Western SPF trading was quieter than expected but sufficient to hold prices. Canadian SPF J-grade regained some competitiveness due to shipping delays and supply concerns in other regions of the world. However, softer demand increased competition […]
<Hemlock> 4-1/4” x 4-1/4” C&Btr Rough KD Western Hemlock, native to the coastal regions of British Columbia, offers a light, neutral tone and generally clean grain, making it adaptable to both modern and traditional design contexts. Minor natural mineral streaking may be present as a characteristic of the species, while the overall appearance remains consistent. […]
<Douglas Fir> 2”x6” 85/15 CLR VG RGH KD Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a softwood species native to western North America, naturally distributed along the Pacific coast from British Columbia, Canada, to California, USA. Douglas Fir from British Columbia is widely recognized for its excellent balance of strength, durability, and workability. As a rough stock […]
SPF (Spruce-Pine-Fir) J-Grade is a premium visual selection of Canadian dimension lumber. J-Grade is a stricter mill-level selection that prioritizes straightness, minimal defects, and clean appearance while maintaining structural performance. It was created in response to Japanese demand for consistency and precision by selecting the best pieces as a “Japan Grade.” The result is less […]
In North America, trading picked up in March, supported by limited supply and a spring demand push. Low-grade lumber led gains, often rising in double digits. J-grade prices faced downward pressure from higher landed costs due to surging bunker fuel and a weaker yen. Some importers scaled back April shipments, while others negotiated lower Q2 […]
Western Red Cedar (WRC) trim ends from B.C. forests can be efficiently utilized as a raw material to produce finger-jointed laminated boards, not only in North America but also in overseas markets. As the supply of high-grade old-growth WRC continues to tighten, solid wood can at times become a premium option. In such cases, finger-jointed […]
<Hemlock 85/15 Clear VG> 1-1/2” x 8” 10’ RGH KD Canadian-grown Hemlock, grown and harvested in colder climates, is typically denser than material from warmer regions. This results in improved strength and stiffness, along with more consistent performance and reduced variation. Images are also available at our Social Media pages (Instagram/Facebook/Thread).
