Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.

How are wildfires, sustainable forestry, and biophilic design shaping the future of the hardwood industry? In this episode of The Hardwood Advantage, host Brian Conklin of Gutchess Lumber sits down with Dallin L. Brooks Executive Director of the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) to explore critical challenges facing the sector. They discuss whether we are "loving our forests to death," what the California wildfires can teach us about forest management, and how biophilic design is influencing demand for hardwood products. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the future of forestry and sustainability! https://lnkd.in/gSDqKD9H

Are you looking for a cost-effective alternative to Ash? We have the perfect solution: Hard Maple. Sourced from the Northeast U.S., our Hard Maple offers a bright white sapwood with superior durability, making it an excellent Ash alternative. ?? Similar bright white color to Ash. ?? Higher density with a hardness rating of 1450 (compared to Ash at 1320). ?? Smooth grain for even stain absorption At Gutchess Lumber, we offer Hard Maple in 4/4 through 16/4 thicknesses, color-sorted for top quality. If you’re looking for a sustainable, high-quality hardwood in #Australia- let’s talk. Get in touch with a sales rep today: https://lnkd.in/ezaZ29AV

Hickory is a beautiful hardwood known for its strength, durability, and natural elegance, making it a preferred choice for high-end tables, countertops, and furniture. Our Shagbark Hickory stands out with a hardness rating of 1880, making it one of the hardest domestic hardwoods, highly resistant to wear. Our F&B packs offer a balanced mix of calico and heavy hardwood boards, ensuring a variety of grain patterns and aesthetics. Beyond its structural benefits, Hickory also plays a role in carbon sequestration. It stores 6.58 lbs of carbon per board foot—more than any other species we offer. To learn more about Hickory and sustainable hardwood solutions, head to www.Gutchess.com, or listen to our new podcast, The Hardwood Advantage, on Spotify. https://lnkd.in/ga2XTmZB

Hickory is a beautiful hardwood known for its strength, durability, and natural elegance, making it a preferred choice for high-end tables, countertops, and furniture. Our Shagbark Hickory stands out with a hardness rating of 1880, making it one of the hardest domestic hardwoods, highly resistant to wear. Our F&B packs offer a balanced mix of calico and heavy hardwood boards, ensuring a variety of grain patterns and aesthetics. Beyond its structural benefits, Hickory also plays a role in carbon sequestration. It stores 6.58 lbs of carbon per board foot—more than any other species we offer. To learn more about Hickory and sustainable hardwood solutions, head to www.Gutchess.com, or listen to our new podcast, The Hardwood Advantage, on Spotify. https://lnkd.in/ga2XTmZB

Are you looking for a cost-effective alternative to Ash? We have the perfect solution: Hard Maple. Sourced from the Northeast U.S., our Hard Maple offers a bright white sapwood with superior durability, making it an excellent Ash alternative. ?? Similar bright white color to Ash. ?? Higher density with a hardness rating of 1450 (compared to Ash at 1320). ?? Smooth grain for even stain absorption At Gutchess Lumber, we offer Hard Maple in 4/4 through 16/4 thicknesses, color-sorted for top quality. If you’re looking for a sustainable, high-quality hardwood in #Australia- let’s talk. Get in touch with a sales rep today: https://lnkd.in/ezaZ29AV

Today, on International Women’s Day, we recognize and appreciate the incredible women who keep Gutchess Lumber running strong. Their dedication, skill, and leadership are essential to our continued success. We are proud to have a team where hard work, expertise, and commitment runs deep. Beyond our workplaces, we also celebrate the women in our lives—our colleagues, family, and friends—who inspire us every single day. Thank you for everything you do to bring Gutchess to life! #IWD #internationalwomensday

February at Gutchess: This month, we celebrated the retirement of Dan Clawson, who dedicated 30+ years to our Latrobe (GHI) plant. A true team player, Dan worked across many roles and made a lasting impact. His brother Duane Clawson also recently retired after 30 years with Gutchess. We’re so grateful for their decades of hard work and wish them all the best. Our teams took a break to enjoy Valentine’s Day with Dunkin’ Donuts, a small token of appreciation for our hardworking employees. Finally, our quarterly Moving Up Ceremony recognized team members who advanced in their production roles. Their dedication and skill keep Gutchess strong—congratulations to all who leveled up this quarter! #employeeappreciation

Did you know that Ash lumber stores carbon at a sequestration rate of 5.3 lbs. per board foot? A 200-board-foot deck made from thermally modified Ash stores 1,060 lbs. of CO?—making it a pretty smart choice for sustainability. Beyond the environmental benefits, Brown Ash is highly durable and perfect for thermal modification. With a density of 670 kg/m3 and a hardness of 1320, this makes kiln-dried Ash an excellent option for decking and cladding, offering both performance and beauty. Our 4/4 S&B Ash pack provides a cost-effective alternative to our F&B stock, ensuring over 83% yield while minimizing waste. We offer S&B Ash in thicknesses from 4/4 to 8/4, and lengths from 6’ to 16’. Learn more about our Ash products at https://lnkd.in/ey6CPGDc #lumber #ash

Thrilled about this partnership with Courtney ?? of Starr Woodworks- it has always been our goal to connect people with sustainable American hardwoods, and we can't wait to see what Courtney creates from Gutchess Cherry!

One of my 2025 sustainability goals is to form?relationships with key suppliers, which is why I'm why I’m pumped to announce my partnership with Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. — one of the best sources of sustainably harvested American hardwoods. Let’s talk about why this matters. ?? Did you know that buying high-quality hardwood furniture is a simple way to fight climate change? ?? Trees pull carbon from the atmosphere as they grow, locking it into their wood fibers. ?? That carbon stays trapped when the wood is turned into furniture. ??? Quality furniture lasts for generations, keeping that carbon stored instead of decomposing or burning. ?? A pack of Cherry with 1,000 bf has 4,540 lbs of CO2 sequestered in it. That's enough carbon to set back the emissions of a 420 mile flight. Let’s figure out what to build with this cherry! ?? What’s a piece of furniture *you wish* existed but can never seem to find? - A table that fits a tricky space? - A storage piece that works exactly how you need it? - Something totally unique? Drop your ideas below! Whatever I make, I want it to be expressive, functional, and made to last. Let’s design something great together. ?? #starrwoodworks,#northcarolina,#durham,#handmade,#craftsman,#woodworking,#woodwork,#diy,#diywoodworking,#workshop,#handtools,#powertools,#beginnerwoodworking,#learnwoodworking,#finewoodworking,#expressivefurniture,#furniture,#customfurniture,#maker,#woodworkingcommunity,#behindthescenes,#gutchesslumber,#carbonstorage,#sustainablewoodworking,#helpmedecide,#builtforyou