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Photo of high-quality Gutchess Lumber that's been processed into hardwood flooring.
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Hardwood vs. Vinyl Flooring: 7 Differences To Know

There are few things more important than choosing the right flooring material for a home or business. Functionality and style literally start from the ground …

Photo of FSC-certified forest.
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What Does It Mean to Be an FSC®-Certified Hardwood Lumber Manufacturer?

There are endless potential projects where hardwood is the superior material choice for its beauty, workability, and durability. But for eco-conscious consumers, they might have …

birch hardwood grain
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Birch 4/4 F&B Hardwood

Are you a cabinet, furniture, or other solid wood product manufacturer searching for the perfect hardwood? Look no further than Gutchess’ 4/4 Birch F&B lumber. …

figured soft maple 4:4 boards gutchess lumber
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4/4 Figured Red (Soft) Maple Hardwood

In today’s market, manufacturers and distributors are constantly looking for an edge. You need materials that don’t just perform but also sell – materials that …

white oak hardwood grain
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8/4 White Oak FB Hardwood

Are you searching for a hardwood that combines beauty with exceptional durability? Look no further than Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.’s 8/4 White Oak. In the …

White Ash lumber next to a photo of a White Ash tree with yellow leaves in autumn.
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Ash Wood Shortage: Why Manufacturers Are Replacing Ash Lumber

You may have noticed Ash prices creeping up if you’re a manufacturer working with hardwood in the United States and beyond. Although we wish this …

Cherry wood from Gutchess Lumber
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Hardwood Species Highlight: Cherry Wood

Black Cherry lumber comes from one of the most prized hardwood species. Hailing from North America, Cherry wood has its roots in all aspects of …

Hickory hardwood grain
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Hickory 8/4 F&B Hardwood

Are you looking for a hardwood that combines exceptional strength, stunning aesthetics, and a sustainable footprint? Look no further than 8/4 Hickory from Gutchess Lumber. …

Spalted Maple wood grain
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4/4 Red Maple (Ambrosia Maple) Wormy Hardwood

Red Maple, also known as Ambrosia Maple, is a captivating wood with a story as unique as its appearance, especially in our Wormy grade. Red …

Forests absorb carbon and is stored in a tree's wood.
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Finding The Right Words To Teach Kids About the Carbon Cycle

You might be familiar with the fact that Earth is full of carbon-based life, but do you really know what it means? You might be …

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8/4 F&B Cherry Hardwood

Built for strength and durability, our 8/4 Cherry Hardwood is a great choice for flooring, furniture, and cabinet manufacturers.     Interested in learning more …

Hickory hardwood grain
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5/4 F&B Hickory Hardwood

This week, we are going through one of our 5/4 Hickory F&B packs. This species is known for having bird pecks, which flooring manufacturers and …

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