How do they grade American hardwoods?
U.S. Hardwood Grading Rules. The efficient use of wood is a key factor in the sustainability of the U.S. hardwood resource. To this end, U.S. hardwood lumber is graded to the rules of the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA). The NHLA grading rules maximize both the yield and the value of sawn wood, which minimizes waste and reduces pressure on the environment. In addition, the NHLA grading rules provide both the buyer and seller with a consistent language for conducting hardwood lumber transactions. Buyers worldwide rely on the NHLA grading rules to specify degrees of quality. For more information on NHLA grading rules, browse through AHEC’s Illustrated Guide to American Hardwood Lumber Grades. Information provided by the American Hardwood Export Council.
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