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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I’m not sure how many of you are college basketball fans but March Madness goes into April. It should be exciting series and we’re rooting for both teams. Go UConn!!
We have recently joined the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut. It’s a great group of professionals that work together to support each other and the various construction trades and service companies that support them. Learn more about our relationship with HBRA in this month’s article.
In this month’s From the Board Room we’re taking a few moments to talk about where we’ve been and where we’re headed. We are so grateful for the amazing collection of customers and friends we have made over the years. We look forward to the years ahead.
I hope your holidays were great. I usually look forward to getting through this next week so that business can begin to stabilize and return to normal. The two weeks surrounding Christmas and New Year’s always feel less productive. Everyone is shorthanded so getting feedback from vendors and suppliers goes in slow motion. Understandably, lots of people take well-deserved time off over the holidays.
Here’s wishing you all the very best over the upcoming Holiday Season. On behalf of myself and our entire staff here at Parkerville, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for utilizing our services and purchasing our products and thereby supporting our talented, dedicated workforce and their families. We are grateful beyond words.
We have new lumber in the shop!! We’re quite excited about our recent purchase of a beautiful collection of super colorful woods from around the world. Perfect for small projects and cutting boards. We even gave a great selection of Gabon Ebony.
We continue to improve the volume, quality and selection of our lumber, including adding a number of species we have not previously carried. Learn more in this month’s newsletter.
Parkerville Wood Products
580 Parker Street
Manchester, CT 06042
GPS Address
22 Mitchell Drive
Manchester, CT 06042
When planning a trip to our facility, please note that you must have proper footwear to enter the shop and lumber mill area. Safety regulations require that open toe shoes or sandals are not to be worn on the shop floor. Thank you for your cooperation.
Parkerville Wood Products
580 Parker Street
Manchester, CT, 06042
GPS Address
22 Mitchell Rd
Manchester, CT, 06042
When planning a trip to our facility, please note that you must have proper footwear to enter the shop and lumber mill area. Safety regulations require that open toe shoes or sandals are not to be worn on the shop floor. Thank you for your cooperation.
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 **
