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Holiday Observations
Happy Veteran’s Day

Parkerville wishes to extend our deepest gratitude for those how have served and who currently server in our armed forces. Thank you for your devotion to duty and your service to our country.

Resources
What is Sustainable Forestry?

Sustainable forestry is the practice of managing forests to meet current needs and desires of society for forest resources, that is products, services, and values, without compromising the availability of these for future generations.

Parkerville History
The Story of the Rocking Horse

Learn more about the Rocking Horse that ended up as part of the White House’s Christmas decorations during the Carter Administration.

From the Board Room
October 2023

We are extremely excited to announce that on October 1, 2023, we have launched a completely new website to provide our valued customers a greatly improved shopping experience. Check out this article for more details.

Woodworking 101
Understanding Wood Movement

Stability and strength of furniture is effected by wood movement. Wood movement is effected by humidity, and differently in different types of wood. Understanding wood movement will allow you to make better, stronger pieces of furniture.

Resources
Woodworking Glossary

This resource is designed to provide you with a more complete list of the terms that are associated with woodworking.

From the Board Room
September 2023

As we approach Fall, we can feel our busy season getting started. Thankfully, prices continue to drop on most of our domestic lumber. We continue to increase our product lines and services, and we are working hard to complete the renovation of our 7,500 s.f. warehouse in downtown Manchester.

Woodworking 101
Understanding the Basics of Lumber

Buying lumber can be a confusing prospect. In this article, we’ll provide you with an overview of the terminology most commonly used in the lumber industry, such as commonly used codes or abbreviations, as well as lumber sizing and grading.

Woodworking 101
Understanding Wood Grains

Looking for a characterful, pronounced pattern, or an understated, sleek and subtle design? Let’s break down wood grains, exploring different types and some fine examples you might want to try for your next project.

From the Board Room
July 2023

Due the the positive feedback and interest he received on his June article on the process of how Parkerville selects and bids on larger projects, David decided to use his July message to add some additional details about this process.

Resources
Jenka Hardness Scale

The Janka hardness test was, created by researcher Gabriel Janka (1864–1932), measures the resistance of a sample of wood to denting and wear. It measures the force required to embed an 11.28-millimeter-diameter (7⁄16 in) steel ball halfway into a sample of wood.

From the Board Room
June 2023

In a prior article, David, gave an overview of Parkerville’s process of bidding on commercial work with general contractors or construction management firms. In this article, David provides a bit more information on how make decisions on what project to pursue – or not – and why.

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Presidents' Day Sale

Presidents Day Sale

In celebration of President’s Day, our selection of 4/4 Cherry is on sale!  Regular 4/4 Cherry is discounted to $3.99 bf with 8+” wide at $4.49.

Sale runs until February 24th!

** We’re open until 7 PM on Thursdays **

Cherry Selection