Sawmill tour in British Columbia with our business partners from overseas. Walking through the operation, we saw the journey from raw logs to finished lumber — including log handling, sawing, grading, drying, and production control. It was a valuable experience to see firsthand the technology, expertise, and dedication involved in producing quality lumber. Thank you […]
Fir/Larch 2”x6” C&Btr Clear S4S KD Western Larch is a strong Canadian softwood native to the southern interior of British Columbia, commonly produced as part of the Douglas Fir-Larch species mix. It offers excellent strength and stiffness for structural uses including dimension lumber and heavy timber. Clear grades feature an attractive appearance, making them suitable […]
2”x4” Douglas Fir 85/15 CLR VG RGH KD HT Douglas Fir is a strong and stable softwood widely used in structural applications across North America and international markets, valued for its reliable performance and dimensional stability. Beyond structural use, clear-grade is also selected for applications where appearance and machining quality are important. It machines cleanly, […]
In North America, #2&Btr random dimension showed a firmer tone across most widths, with 2×6 and 2×10 standing out, rising by roughly 10% over the month. Canadian SPF J-grade concluded Q3 business at levels slightly above Q2 or largely unchanged, supported by lean inventories throughout the distribution chain. Upside was partially capped by competition from Europe, […]
SPF J-Grade 2×4 6′ SPF stands for Spruce, Pine, and Fir—a group of softwoods widely used across North America and other parts of the world for both construction and DIY projects. It is easy to cut, drill, and fasten, has a smooth planed surface, comes in standardized sizes, and is readily available. The 6’ length […]
Western Red Cedar/WRC Standard 6” x 6” 12’ WRC from Canada is valued for its long-lasting performance, dimensional stability, and versatility, and offers natural durability, including resistance to mold, decay, and insects. Within this species, larger dimension timbers are commonly used for fence posts, pergolas, landscape structures, exposed beams, and architectural features where both durability […]
Hemlock 1”x10” 85/15 Clear VG RGH KD Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) is a medium to large-sized evergreen conifer, reaching up to approximately 80m at maturity, and is one of the most abundant and commercially important species in Pacific North America. It is widely used in both lumber and pulp applications. The species is recognized for […]
Interior Douglas Fir is sourced from the dry interior regions of British Columbia, Canada, where slower growth results from lower precipitation and a harsher climate. Compared to larger Coastal Douglas Fir, it typically features tighter growth rings, smaller knots, and excellent dimensional stability. Images are also available at our Instagram/Facebook pages.
In North America, SPF markets in May were generally stable, with a slightly firmer undertone in select items. Supply remained balanced, while demand was uneven but sufficient to hold price levels and prevent any meaningful softening. Canadian SPF J-grade showed a mixed but resilient tone, with exporters facing continued competitive pressure while tighter availability in […]
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 […]
