Hood Distribution McEwen Group Product Listing: Volume Three

“ Over 100 Years of Experience in Bringing Products to You.” www.HoodDistribution.com FEATURED PRODUCT

TABLE OF CONTENTS Since 1899, Hood Distribution, The McEwen Group has Products ...... Page # FORMWOOD INDUSTRIES been known as being a leading distributor of high quality > Featured Products and specialty products. In reviewing Formwood Industries...... 1 Hood Distribution has partnered with EDGEBANDING this brochure, you will see the wide array of products which Kirei...... 2 FormWood Industries to provide our Edgebanding is produced by joining individual focus on the specialty millwork, commercial & residential Fulterer...... 3 customer base with high quality wood pieces of veneer together into a continuous cabinet, and furniture manufacturing industries. In addition, veneer and veneer related products. master roll by finger- the veneer. The select branches are active in supplying the retail Starboard...... 4 Since 1972, FormWood Industries has rolls are laminated with fleece, then sanded and slit to finished dealers with mouldings, S4S boards, sheet goods, and Deerwood Fasteners...... 5 been a leading manufacturer of custom widths. Three types of FormEdge veneer edgebanding are related products. We continue to look for opportunities to Titebond Glues...... 6 veneer faces, flexible veneer, NBL wood-on-wood laminates, available: non-glued, preglued, and prefinished. expand our product offering in order to provide greater Factory Flat-Pack, Prefinished Cabinets...... 7 architectural veneer , and edgebanding. value and fill more of the needs of our customer base. There Domestic Lumber...... 8 > Automatic (Non-Glued) Fleece Backed Edgebanding: 7/8" x are many products featured here that are new since our last Import Lumber...... 11 HARDWOOD VENEER 500' rolls with a thickness of .022" sanded to 180 grit. publication. Lumber Grade Rules...... 13 Veneers make it possible to utilize wood in

How Lumber is Sawn...... 13 more novel and unique applications than > Pre-glued Fleece Backed Veneer Edgebanding: 13/16" x 250'

TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE Over the years, our customers have depended on us as a ever before. Flexibility, pliability, sizes and rolls with a thickness of .034" (based on .012 of hot melt) primary source for their product needs. By offering quality Domestic Plywood...... 14 sequencing and matching are all characteristics Hood sanded to 180 grit. Veneer Cuts...... 14 products backed by excellent customer service, we have Distribution and FormWood Industries can offer regarding your earned recognition as a vendor of choice in our industry. Methods of Matching Face Veneer on Plywood...... 15 veneer needs. , , Cherry, , , , Red , We continually look for opportunities to expand our service Domestic Plywood...... 16 , and Walnut edgebanding are readily available in and partnership with our customer base and find ways to Veneer Core Comparison...... 16 > Veneer Paper Backed Sheets: For true versatility, nothing our branches in pre-glued and non-glued. Other species say “yes we can” in meeting customer needs. To foster that Plywood Core Types...... 16 compares to the natural beauty of paper-backed, premium are available through our efficient special order quick-ship “can do” attitude, The McEwen Group consists of 11 locations Domestic Plywood Grade Rules...... 17 matched hardwood veneer. Each sheet is tenderized and program. that have access to each other’s inventories which enables sanded to meet stringent quality inspections. us to effectively provide customers with the products they Import Plywood...... 18 > Pre-finished Automatic (Non-Glued) Veneer Edgebanding: need. We pride ourselves in being a valuable resource to Import Plywood Grade Rules...... 19 > NBL (No Black Line): NBL laminates provide the custom 7/8" x 500' rolls with a thickness of .020". Standard "satin" our customers as well as being a partner that is easy and Specialty Panels...... 20 woodworker with superior flexibility and performance when finish clear coat with 1.5 mils in coverage. Three species desirable to do business with. We sincerely appreciate our Composite Panels...... 21 compared to other wood-backed products. NBLs patented (Maple, Cherry, Red Oak) are available. customers and hope to develop mutually beneficial, long Moulding and S4S...... 22 3-ply construction produces an extremely pliable, moisture- term relationships with every one of them. Specialty Products...... 23 resistant sheet without the black edge associated with CUSTOM ARCHITECTURAL PANELS

Conversion Charts phenolic and foil backers. A state of the art plywood facility is available As another resource to assist you, please be sure to visit our to laminate high-quality veneer to a myriad website, www.hooddistribution.com, where you will find Product and Lumber Weights...... 24 > Duraback Hardwood Veneer: DuraBack™ is extremely of substrate offerings. This also allows the product and technical information, an industry glossary Conversion Charts...... 25 bendable, unlike standard laminate backers. DuraBack™ manufacture of small runs of material. For most species, the of terms, links to many trade associations and supplier Contact Information / hardwood veneer can be pre-finished, and may be used where minimum order requirement is only one panel! Architectural websites, and much, much more. Branch Location Map...... Back Cover solvent-based adhesive restrictions require woodworkers to plywood is ideal for custom and high-end projects. Hood use water-based glues. Distribution and FormWood Industries are able to provide architectural plywood to your specifications: Th PSA Hardwood Veneer provides a simple es e E > PSA Veneer Sheets: o a r D and easy alternative for applying veneer without the need for t > Sequencing and flitch matching create a similar look.

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G * Balance match and center-balance match are ideal for The Mark of Responsible Forestry Hood > SW-COC-003323 virtually any smooth substrate that is dry and free of dust and continuity in wall panels. ©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. Distribution contaminants. For more information, please visit McEwen Group > End-matching can extend visual length for use in tall wall > 2-Ply Hardwood Veneer: 2-Ply hardwood veneer has a panels or conference tables. the “Green” tab on our website. www.HoodDistribution.com perpendicular face-to-back construction utilizing a thin acrylic membrane to provide protection against bubbling, glue > Blue print matching can tackle intricate jobs. seepage and telegraphing. The crossband construction allows the 2-Ply veneer to bend on moderate curves in the horizontal These custom panels are produced to your specifications or vertical direction. through our efficient special order quick-ship program.

Cherry, Maple, Red Oak and Walnut veneers in both 10-mil For more information visit: www.formwood.com paperback and 2-ply wood are readily available in our branches. Other species and configurations are available through our efficient special order quick-ship program.

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KIREI FULTERER

Kirei design materials are manufactured from renewable or > Kirei Wheatboard: Kirei For over 50 years Fulterer has > Under Mount Slides: These full-extension concealed under reclaimed agricultural byproducts and low-or-no-added- Wheatboard is the answer to been a world leader in drawer mount slides carry a 75lb load capacity. These slides feature a formaldehyde adhesives. Kirei design elements are ideal for formaldehyde-emitting wood slide technology. They combine design innovation, the very smooth easy close, self close device to prevent slamming use in architectural, millwork and finished product applications MDF products. With working latest technology, and fine craftsmanship to produce the and can installed in Euro frameless or face frame constructed in commercial, residential and hospitality settings. Kirei is characteristics meeting and highest quality drawerslides available. Fulterer designs and cabinets. These slides have grown very popular for high end beautiful living through great design and sustainability. Hood often surpassing those of manufactures drawerslides for many different applications in residential kitchen cabinet applications. Distribution and Kirei bring you the newest natural elements to commercially available MDF, the cabinet, residential furniture, store , institutional create healthy, sustainable spaces for living, working and play. plus renewable source material casework, food service equipment , office furniture, and Four distinct products are available through the Kirei offering: and non-toxic adhesives, automotive industries. Obviously the partnership between Kirei Wheatboard gives you a Hood Distribution and Fulterer focuses on the cabinet and > Kirei Board: Kirei Board is a clean slate to build what your fixture aspects of the product line. However, Fulterer's entire strong, lightweight, durable, mind designs. This product product line is available to you through our special order FEATURED PRODUCT FEATURED environmentally friendly contributes to the following LEED credits: Materials program. The following is a brief look into the items available to substitute for wood – usable in & Resources – Credit 4.1/4.2 ( Recycled Content), Indoor you from Hood Distribution and Fulterer: furniture, , casework, Environmental Quality – Credit 4.1 (Low-emitting Adhesives and interior design elements. and Sealants), Materials & Resources – Credit 6 (Rapidly > Regular Extension Slides: These bottom mount slides extend The FR3000 in 12" thru 21" lengths are currently in Manufactured from reclaimed Renewable Resources). approximately 75% of their own length and carry a 75lb the design and engineering stage. sorghum straw and no-added- load capacity. The slides feature nylon rollers and a smooth formaldehyde adhesive, Kirei Kirei Wheatboard is readily available in 3/4"x4'x8' panels. epoxy coating to provide good running qualities. They are > Kitchen Cabinet Storage: Vauth-Sagel by Fulterer is an board brings a beautiful Other thicknesses and sizes are available through special an economical choice for any furniture or kitchen cabinet innovative and comprehensive line of kitchen cabinet products new element to modern order. application. that bring functional harmony while utilizing the interior space interior design. This product most ergonomically. These items feature an attractive chrome contributes to the following LEED credits: Materials > Kirei Coco Tiles: Kirei Coco finish and range in a wide variety of configurations from base & Resources – Credit 4.1/4.2 (Recycled Content), Indoor Tiles are modern interiors gone cabinet pull-out baskets to lazy-susans to spice racks to blind Environmental Quality – Credit 4.1 (Low-emitting Adhesives tropical. Made from reclaimed corner swing-out systems to full pantry pull-out systems and and Sealants), Materials & Resources – Credit 6 (Rapidly coconut shells, low VOC resins everything in between. Renewable Resources). and sustainably harvested wood backer, the newest family Kirei Board is readily available in 6mmx1'x6' sheets, of eco-friendly design materials 10mmx3'x6' sheets and 20mmx3'x6' sheets. Other can be used as decorative tiles thicknesses and sizes are available through special order. or panels both horizontally The FR1921 is readily available in 12" thru 24" lengths. and vertically. Featuring > Kirei Bamboo: Kirei Bamboo multiple patterns and color > Full Extension Slides: These side mount slides extend 100% is an eco-friendly panel material combinations and available in of their own length and carry a 100lb load capacity. These with a variety of surface and light, dark and mixed textures. This product contributes to the slides feature linear ball bearing assembly for smooth travel millwork looks usable in following LEED credits: Materials & Resources – Credit 4.1/4.2 and has an easy to operate disconnect finger release trigger. The Vauth-Sagel line is exclusively available through modern interior design and (Recycled Content) and Materials & Resources – Credit 6 They are an ideal choice for medium-duty applications in office special order. finished products. Bamboo is a (Rapidly Renewable Resources). and residential furniture or kitchen cabinet applications. Full rapidly renewable, sustainable extension slides can also be obtained with ECD (Easy Close For more information visit: www.fultererusa.com resource, and low or no-added- Kirei Coco Tiles are exclusively available through special Device) mechanism to provide self-closing and an impact urea-formaldehyde adhesives order. absorbing soft-close feature. is used in the production of the panels. This product For more information visit: www.kireiusa.com contributes to the following LEED credits: Indoor Environmental Quality – Credit 4.1 (Low emitting Adhesives and Sealants – To receive this credit specify Hood Kirei Zero NAUF panels) and Materials & Resources – Credit 6 Distribution (Rapidly Renewable Resources). McEwen Group Kirei Bamboo is readily available in 3/4"x4'x8' sheets in both Horizontal & Vertical configurations and both Natural The FR5043 & FR 5000 are readily available in 10" thru 24" www.HoodDistribution.com & Carbonized colors. Other thicknesses, face grains and lengths. colors are available through special order.

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STARBOARD DEERWOOD FASTENERS

King Plastic throughout the life of the product and does not harm the Deerwood Fasteners is > Deep Thread Design: Provides maximum holding power in a Corporation environment. The product is EPA-registered and listed with the the leading supplier of variety of and man-made material. pioneered the FDA as a modifier to medical devices. Products made using high quality fasteners first marine-grade polymer sheet, King StarBoard®, which King Plastic Corporation's polymers with King MicroShield manufactured exclusively > Type-17 cutter point: Self point that pre- itself remains the dominant brand in the marine industry today. are easy to clean, disinfect and keep hygienic using standard for woodworking into the substrate reducing driving torque and eliminating They began as a small, family enterprise, but now employ cleaning procedures. This product has become very popular applications. Products splitting and bursting. more than 120 employees manufacturing polymer products for casework/cabinetry applications in medical facilities, dental include Hinge and around the clock for worldwide distribution. King Plastics labs, locker rooms, pool areas, and schools. Hardware Screws in a > Nibs: Self-countersinking nibs are added under the screw now produces dozens of breakthrough products for a wide variety of finishes, Zip head to carve away the material as the screw is driven in. variety of industries, from food service to signage to cabinetry The antimicrobial technology is available through special Drivers (Self-Drilling, Self-Countersinking Assembly Screws), to commercial casework. Hood Distribution and King Plastics order and can be added to many of the standard King Painted Head Cabinet Installation Screws, Face Frame Screws, Experience the Deerwood Quality, Hood Distribution Service and have partnered in an effort to bring more exposure to the Plastic products. Drawer Front Adjuster Screws and much, much more. These Competitive Pricing for Yourself. FEATURED PRODUCT FEATURED products that are relevant to our industry. fasteners are available in multiple recess types with Phillips > ColorCore & ColorBoard: and Robertson being the most widely used. Additional Deerwood Fasteners are available in each Hood > Starboard ST: King StarBoard® King ColorCore® is a versatile, features of Deerwood fasteners are as follows: Distribution facility; however, the stock offering is market ST is a special, high-density environmentally stabilized specific to the service area of each branch. Please contact polyethylene sheet that sheet with multiple layers of > Heat Treating: Critical in insuring that a fastener functions your Hood Distribution sales representative for further provides a scratch-resistant contrasting color. Its thin cap properly. Deerwood's fasteners are manufactured against details and availability. surface for many applications. layers and bright, primary rigorous specifications and torque tested at the factory and A unique and advanced colors make it ideal for sign, again at the warehouse. For more information visit: www.deerwood.com polymer makes the material marine, playground and recreational applications. The sheets almost 25% stronger than the original King StarBoard®. High are easy to engrave and machine, as the cap is approximately scratch-resistance makes it especially appropriate in the ten percent of nominal thickness for high production speeds. construction of cabinets and furniture. Also, its high strength King ColorBoard® is a high density polyethylene sheet that is and stiffness make it desirable for applications where less environmentally stabilized for outdoor use. Its bright, primary Thread Styles Drive Styles Head Styles Points structural support is available. ST is environmentally stabilized colors make it ideal for sign, industrial, marine, playground Fine Thread: provides easy Phillips Recess Drive: an old Pan Head: the “original” but Type and has been developed to withstand the harshest outdoor and recreational applications. ColorBoard is environmentally driving and maximum standard improved with a deeper with a higher head height to 17 for conditions. It can be used in wet areas that need to be washed stabilized and will never fade or discolor in direct sunlight strength in . recess to prevent bit slip. insure proper bit fit. max. often for cleaning, or are regularly exposed to moisture. It and you never have to worry about delamination, rotting or pre- can be fabricated using common woodworking and warping. Deep Wax Thread: offers techniques. This product has become extremely popular in the easy driving & maximum Recex® Drive/Sq Phillips: made Round Washer Head: with a power. better by increasing drive for larger head diameter to prevent construction of outdoor kitchens and furniture associated with ColorCore and ColorBoard are available through special hold in & man- max. grip. “sinking.” outdoor living spaces. order in a variety of colors, thicknesses, and sheet sizes. made materials Hi-Lo™ Thread: designed Square Recess Drive: fits square Fillister Head: maximum driver New Starboard ST is readily available in 1/4", 1/2", 3/4"x54"x96" > Plasti-Bal Partitions: King to be the perfect solution bits but with a deeper recess for bit engagement insures “slip- Under-Head Serrations sheet sizes and eight standard colors (Black, White, Plasti-Bal® is a heavy-duty, for all applications. better grip. proof” driving/no camouts. to lock Evergreen, Seafoam, Mocha Brown, Sanshade, Everglade, waterproof, aesthetically Dolphin Gray). Other thicknesses, sheet sizes and specialty attractive, graffiti resistant, easy colors are available through special order. to clean, HDPE board designed for commercial architectural > Antimicrobial: King applications as well as other MicroShield™ is a new kind various industrial applications. This product is ideal for of antimicrobial protection bathroom partitions, vanity & counter tops, and benches & upgrade that helps products shower enclosures. stay cleaner between cleanings and inhibits the growth of Plasti-Bal is available through special order in seventeen Hood product-damaging microorganisms, including bacteria, algae colors and sheet sizes of 1"x55.5"x144". All these and fungi on the surface. Microbe cell walls that come into products contribute towards LEED credits in LEED for new Distribution contact with King MicroShield are destroyed on contact, construction, LEED for commercial interiors, LEED for without creating opportunities for adaptive or resistant strains homes, LEED for schools and Green Guild for Health Care. McEwen Group to form. Because the antimicrobial agent is bonded at the atomic level throughout the sheet, it will not leach out of For more information visit: www.kingplastic.com www.HoodDistribution.com the product. This means the agent retains its effectiveness 4 5 FEATURED PRODUCT

TITEBOND WOODWORKING GLUES FACTORY FLAT-PACK, PREFINISHED CABINETS

For more than 65 years, > Titebond II Extend: Titebond II Extend Wood Time is a valuable > Lenox Café Glazed: Lenox Café Glazed Franklin has been the industry Glue combines weatherproof performance (ANSI commodity and our kitchen has the ambiance of gracious warmth leader in bonding wood and Type II water-resistance) with a slower speed goal as a supplier and a quiet richness. Equally harmonious as wood products. The long- of set. It is ideal for exterior applications that is to assist you in a background for daily activities or culinary standing commitment to involve more complex assemblies. It also provides a translucent completing your projects efficiently and on time. Hood celebrations, these traditionally styled research and development glue line, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by Distribution facilities are pleased to announce the addition of a cabinets feature distinctive detail has brought, and continues to finishes. Titebond II Extend offers superior performance on line of flat pack, pre-finished cabinetry to offer you when time with a brushed glaze that highlights the bring, new and innovative products to the market. In response all common wood species, particleboard, MDF, plywood and and quality are of the essence. Quality construction, stylish appealing tones of caramel and honey. Lenox to more knowledgeable customers with increasing demands, other porous materials. In addition, it is compatible for use with designs, and durability should be part of every kitchen. That is is standard construction: full overlay applied Titebond offers the highest quality glues and the most Hot Press and radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems. why we are proud to offer cabinets for every décor and every molding doors, all wood construction, five comprehensive program in the industry. From professional budget. From the simple to the elegant, you will never have to piece drawer head and concealed under- woodworking to craft assemblies, from exterior applications to Titebond II Extend is readily available in 1 gallon and 5 sacrifice quality for affordability. Whether it is a single residence mount drawer hardware. FEATURED PRODUCT FEATURED bonding non-porous materials, Titebond is the professional’s gallon sizes. or a multi-family unit, Hood Distribution can accommodate choice. Hood Distribution only wanted to be associated your cabinetry needs with a product that offers affordable > Shaker Walnut Hand Glazed: Classic Shaker with and offer the industry leader in woodworking glues to > Titebond III Ultimate: Titebond III Ultimate beauty with maximum function and durability. Walnut Hand Glazed cabinetry brings the complement our diverse line of quality wood products. is the first one-part, water cleanup elemental lines and cultivated simplicity of wood glue ever offered that is proven > Bridgewater Warm Cherry: Bridgewater this acclaimed style to every kitchen activity. > Titebond Original: Titebond Original Wood waterproof. The waterproof formula passes the brings a sense of regal distinction to any Working equally well in traditional, mission, Glue is the industry standard for woodworking. ANSI/HPVA Type I water-resistance specification and offers kitchen. The lustrous deep claret glow is urban – transitional or contemporary settings, It provides a strong initial tack and fast speed superior bond strength, longer open assembly time and lower an elegant counterpart for formal interiors this cabinet is a blend of straightforward style of set to reduce time. It also develops a application temperature. Titebond III is non-toxic, solvent as well as warm and welcoming traditional with a deep, lustrous walnut finish. Shaker bond stronger than the wood itself, offers excellent sandability free and cleans up with water - safer to use than traditional applications. Bridgewater’s handsomely is standard construction: full overlay doors, and is unaffected by finishes. Titebond Original can help any waterproof wood glues. It provides strong initial tack, sands detailed doors create an atmosphere of all wood construction, five piece drawer woodworker achieve professional-looking results. It is ideal for easily without softening and is FDA approved for indirect food refinement for any occasion. Bridgewater is head and concealed under-mount drawer wood, , particleboard, leather, cloth and most other contact (cutting boards). The ultimate in wood glues - ideal for standard construction: full overlay applied hardware. porous materials. Titebond Original is easy to use, non-toxic both interior and exterior applications. molding doors, all wood construction, five and cleans up with water. piece drawer head and concealed under- > Dillon Café Glazed: Dillon Café Glazed Titebond III Ultimate is readily available in 1 gallon and 5 mount drawer hardware. combines crisp, clean surface detailing with Titebond Original is readily available in 1 gallon and 5 gallon sizes. the warm tones of light cinnamon, enhancing gallon sizes. > Hampton Linen Glazed: Hampton Linen everyday kitchen activities. Confident yet > Titebond Melamine: Titebond Melamine Glue Glazed graces any kitchen with elegance and understated, these cabinets are superbly > Titebond II Premium: Titebond II Premium is designed for bonding wood, particleboard, casual flair. Hampton is a soft white door with crafted and designed to fit any lifestyle. Wood Glue is the only leading brand, one- MDF and other porous substrates to synthetic subdued detailing enhanced by a warm glaze, Dillon’s value construction is based on part wood glue that passes the ANSI Type II materials such as melamine, vinyl and HPL evoking the comfort of a French Country furniture core sides, shelves and drawers. water-resistance specification. It is ideal for as well as metals. It offers a fast initial tack, yet has a longer kitchen. Sophisticated, yet comfortable... exterior woodworking projects, including outdoor furniture open time that allows for the accurate alignment of working designed to meet discerning style demands. and exterior doors, windows and trim. Titebond II Premium materials. Titebond Melamine Glue is a water-based adhesive Hampton is standard construction: full overlay provides a strong initial tack, fast speed of set, superior that is nonflammable, has low odor, dries clear and cleans doors, all wood construction, five piece drawer All cabinets are special ordered on a job by job basis and a strength and excellent sandability. It is FDA approved for up with water. Its thicker formulation offers fewer runs and head and concealed under-mount drawer one week lead-time is typical. indirect food contact (cutting boards and laminate trim) and is drips, making it easier to use and more effective for precise hardware. ideal for Hot Press and radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems. assemblies. For more information visit: www.riverruncabinetry.com

Titebond II Premium is readily available in 1 gallon and 5 Titebond Melamine Glue is readily available in 1 gallon gallon sizes. bottles.

For more information visit: www.Titebond.com Hood Distribution McEwen Group www.HoodDistribution.com 6 7 DOMESTIC LUMBER

Alder Cedar, Cypress, Sinker Maple, Hard Oak, White , 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 Aromatic Red 4/4 & 8/4 Select and Better 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, Ponderosa Cabinet Grade 4/4 #1 Common And Special Order & 16/4 & 16/4 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 Premium Frame/Rustic Grade Specifications Select & Better FAS1F C & Better Superior One Face Cedar is typically knotty and red #1 Common #1 Common in color with the sapwood being Sinker Cypress is cut from logs Moulding Grade Superior Grade pale tan to white. Aromatic Cedar 4/4 Brown ( grade) that at some point in time have (Quarter Sawn & Rift Sawn also 1x12 S4S lumber averages 5 inches in width sank to the bottom of rivers and Select & Better available) #2 & #3 Common Alder is concentrated in and cut and 8 feet in length. It produces lakes. These logs are recovered from the Western faces of the an odor that is extremely from under the water usually after Hard Maple is a very popular and White Oak is the more desirable Ponderosa Pine is a very stable Cascade Mountains in the states offensive to moths, but very the sapwood has rotted away widely utilized hardwood. It is choice in the Oak family. It is more wood and machines extremely of Washington and Oregon. Alder pleasing to humans. leaving only the heartwood. The very dense and is generally pale dense than Red Oak and well. It is light weight with a is light reddish brown in color heartwood is reddish-brown in tan in color. Hard Maple has a with a very fine or even texture. possesses a more even texture. straight grain and even texture. color and resists the elements very wide variety of common uses. Therefore, White Oak is easier to The heartwood is brown to The grain pattern is very similar to well. Among them are flooring, cutting Cherry and Soft Maple. Cedar, work and finish in comparison to light tan with a white sapwood. surfaces, fixtures, and furniture. Red Oak. Due to the abundance Ponderosa Pine is used extensively DOMESTIC LUMBER Western Red of tyloses in the pores of White in the millwork industry in the STD/BTR S1S2E Boards Cypress, Yellow Oak, it can be used in certain manufacture of wood windows Ash exterior applications. White Oak and doors. It is also a very popular Cedar Timbers 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 Maple, Soft 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, can be very light grey to very choice for moulding. Siding Select & Better light tan in color. White Oak is a FAS1F Shakes & Shingles #2 Common & 12/4 favorite choice for architectural #1 Common Select & Better millwork. Western red cedar is light in (Ask about Cypress mouldings, Pine, Ash is typically sorted and #1 Common weight and durable under patterns & eastern sawn timbers) purchased to be “white” in color Southern Yellow exposure to rain and sun, heat and medium in texture. This (Ask about Figured Maple also Pecan 1x4 thru 1x12 S4S and cold. The wood stains, Yellow Cypress is light tan in color lumber is known for its stability. available) 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 machines and seasons very well. and sometimes carries an orange C & Better & #2 Grade The wild open grain can provide cast. It machines and finishes very FAS1F Red cedar has a reddish brown Soft Maple possesses many of 2x6 thru 2x12 S4S a very attractive and unique well. Yellow Cypress is often used heartwood that oxidizes to a dull the same general characteristics #1 Common appearance when finished. outdoors as well as indoors. It is C & Better brown upon exposure to the as Hard Maple. However, it is not Natural or Brown Ash is also typically used in the manufacturing elements. nearly as dense or strong. Soft Pecan is a medium density Pattern Stock – available and is often referred to of paneling, furniture, and fencing. as Cabinet Ash. Maple is medium in density with a hardwood with a closed grain that D & Better & #2 Grade fine texture and close grain. It has possesses a nice appearance KDAT Boards & Dimension – Cherry excellent machining and finishing in both clear and stain finishes. It is light tan to reddish brown C & Better 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, , Douglas properties. The heartwood varies Basswood from pale to reddish gray and the in color. Pecan has grown in 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 Rough – 12/4 & 16/4 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4 & 12/4 popularity as a choice in the 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, & 12/4 sapwood is white to off white. C & Better Select & Better Select and Better Mixed Grain or Vertical Grain Soft Maple is predominately used hardwood flooring industry. It has also long been a choice for C & Better in the construction of cabinetry Southern Yellow Pine is a collective #1 Common #1 Common and in the manufacture of a wide fine furniture and cabinetry. Available S4S or Rough term that encompasses several variety of moulding profiles for species that grow throughout Basswood is very light in weight The finest Cherry is grown and both paint and stain applications. and roughly half the density of sawn in the Northeastern portion is North America’s most the South. Yellow Pine is usually Oak. It is known for its work ability of the United States. Cherry is plentiful softwood species. It is Pine, very coarse textured with highly and is often used in place of or very easy to machine and finishes among the strongest and hardest pronounced growth rings. It is in conjunction with Hard & Soft very nicely. It has a tight, slightly softwood species. Fir is unique Oak, Red Eastern White typically brownish yellow in color Maple and Birch due to its creamy swirling but unassuming grain. among all softwood species in that 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 and can sometimes have an almost orange tint. Yellow Pine is most white appearance. Basswood is The more desirable heartwood is it is naturally dimensionally stable, & 16/4 Furniture Grade (Knotty) very desirable among carvers and reddish brown in color while the having the ability to season well in often soft and relatively easy to turners. sapwood has a light yellow shade. position. Douglas Fir possesses a Appalachian, Southern, C & Better work. The bulk of the production Cherry has long been a leading light rosy color that is set off by its & Northern stock 1x4 thru 1x12 S4S is used structurally in the building choice among the cabinet and industry. However, yellow pine is remarkably straight and handsome FAS1F Standard & Premium furniture industries. grain pattern. often run into tongue and Birch #1 Common D & Better flooring, beaded ceiling, and bevel 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 Clear Finger-joint siding profiles. Select and Better (Quarter Sawn & Rift Sawn also Hickory available) #1 Common Eastern White Pine is very soft in 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 texture, light weight, and light in FAS1F Red Oak is one of the better color. It is pale yellow to a light Birch is a relatively dense wood known and most widely used with a closed tight grain. This #1 Common cream in color. It machines and species of wood in the United glues very well. Eastern White makes for a very stable and States. Red Oak is very hard; strong material offering; however, Hickory is considered to be one of Pine is used for cabinetry and however, it machines, stains, and millwork. Hood difficulty in machining sometimes the more dense of all commonly finishes quite well. The open grain becomes an issue. The majority of utilized hardwoods. Hickory is of Red Oak often does not require Distribution Birch that is yielded from cuts is known for its relatively closed grain filling as part of the finishing light tan to light yellowish brown and reddish brown to light tan process. Red Oak varies in color McEwen Group in color and is commonly known color. Hickory is used quite from light pink to light red. It has as “Yellow Birch”. Birch trees are extensively in the manufacturing been a top choice in the cabinet www.HoodDistribution.com not large in size, therefore long of flooring. and furniture industries for years. lengths and wide widths are not readily available.

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Poplar, Yellow Spruce Walnut Apitong Bubinga Jatoba 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, 1x4 thru 1x12 #2 S4S 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, Special Order Item Special Order Item 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 & 16/4 & 16/4 Select & Better The are members of the Apitong is a very dense and tough Bubinga is a very hard and heavy FAS1F FAS1F pine family and are closely related wood with a relatively coarse wood that is often referred to as Jatoba is a very hard and durable #1 Common to the . Spruce machines #1 Common grain pattern. It is highly durable African . It is very deep wood with excellent shock relatively well and maintains and is chosen over other woods red in color with some sporadic resistance. It is oftentimes referred Yellow Poplar is probably excellent stability. The heartwood Walnut has been a popular choice for applications where they darker color veining. Bubinga is to as Brazilian Cherry. Jatoba is considered the most valued of all is light tan to reddish brown with among woodworkers for many may decay or there is exposure primarily used in the construction reddish brown in color with a the hardwood species because sapwood being off-white. years. It machines and glues very to wear. Apitong is of fine cabinetry and furniture faint golden glow. Jatoba lumber of the abundance of supply and well and is extremely stable. The similar to Lauan; however, it pieces. is primarily used for flooring, versatility. It is reasonably stable heartwood is brown to black and does not finish as well due to the furniture, and handles. and machines and glues quite the sapwood is basically white. coarseness of the grain structure. well. Poplar has a light to dark Walnut is one of the few woods The heartwood is moderately dark Cedar, Spanish green heartwood with a creamy that actually lighten (instead of brownish red in color. Apitong sapwood. It is used extensively darken) with age. Walnut is used has been largely successful in the 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, Lyptus as both a paint and stain grade extensively in the manufacture of United States in truck bed and & 16/4 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, & 8/4 DOMESTIC LUMBER moulding. fine furniture and cabinetry. truck flooring applications. Premium Select FAS Select and Better Select & Better

Beech, European Spanish Cedar is closely related to Lyptus is a South American import and resembles Mahogany; that is reasonably dense with great Streamed however, it is lighter in weight workability, machining properties, FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL (FSC) CERTIFIED MATERIAL 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, & 10/4 and the grain pattern is more and overall strength. It compares Superior Grade coarse and softer in texture. It nicely in overall composition to Hood Distribution supports As a multi-stakeholder organization, FSC applies the directive is a relatively stable wood that that of Hard Maple. However, it is Superior 1 Face responsible forest management of its members to develop forest management and chain of machines very well with standard similar in appearance to Cherry and Cabinet Grade woodworking tools. Spanish Mahogany. and is FSC Chain of Custody (CoC) custody standards, deliver trademark assurance and provide Cedar is resistant to decay certified. FSC certification provides accreditation services to a global network of committed European is normally and dry wood termites which The Mark of Responsible Forestry white, pale cream or pale brown makes it a popular choice for SW-COC-003323 a credible link between production businesses, organizations and communities. and is steamed to relieve drying exterior applications. The more Mahogany, ©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. and consumption of forest products, stresses while also bringing out desirable grades are primarily all African enabling consumers and businesses Long standing relationships with reputable that a pinkish-red color. Beech has a heartwood with a pale brown to fine, even texture and is relatively light pink tint 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4 & 12/4 to make purchasing decisions that benefit people and the possess the same initiatives as Hood Distribution afford us the dense and easy to machine. Select & Better environment as well as providing ongoing business value. ability to meet your certified wood requirements. The specie responds very well to sanding and finishing and Ipe’ African Mahogany closely promotes a resistance to wear. resembles Genuine Mahogany in “It is often used as a substitute for Clear Decking available its color and workability. However, Alder and other more expensive 1x4 thru 1x12 Eased 4 Edges the African species does tend to AMERICAN FOREST LAND – THE GREAT RENEWABLE RESOURCE species. Beech is commonly 5/4 x 6" E4E have a prominence of ribbon- used for cabinetry, furniture, and figure or “ribbon stripe”. African flooring. 2x4 thru 2x12 Mahogany is a medium reddish > Many species of trees are naturally regenerated, with others replanted by 4x4 Posts brown color. It is much lighter in humans. color than most expect it to be. Premium, Select and Comsel Ipe’ However, it dramatically darkens Birch, Russian is very dense and heavy and is with age. Ribbon stripe African > Hardwood species typically grow back naturally through seeding or root 4/4 & 8/4 reasonably difficult to machine. Mahogany is very attractive in its spouting. Forestry experts manage the harvesting of mature trees in standing Select Grade It is great for outdoor applications appearance and is a nice choice for due to its resistance to decay and cabinetry and furniture. forests to allow sunlight to reach the new seedlings for growth stimulation. #1 Common Grade low maintenance characteristics. Ipe’ carries a Class A fire rating and Russian Birch (known as Baltic > Softwood species rarely sprout naturally; therefore, they are replanted after is many times harder than treated Birch as well) is a fine grain pine. The heartwood is olive an area is harvested. hardwood with white sapwood. brown and contrasts dramatically Its even texture takes stains in color to the yellow-grey very well so finished products > Planting occurs annually at a rate of approximately two and half million acres. to grey-brown sapwood. Ipe’ could range from natural to any is primarily utilized in the This compares in size to the state of Connecticut. color. Russian Birch lumber is an construction of decks, docks, excellent choice for furniture, marinas, and boardwalks. finger jointed edge glued panels, > Of the acreage planted each year, 45% is from the forestry industry, 42% is flooring, mouldings and other from the non-industrial private owners, 6% is from the National Forest System, specialty products. Hood and 7% is from other government and industries. Distribution > States that typically range in the top number of acres planted each year are as McEwen Group follows: Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Florida, and South Carolina. www.HoodDistribution.com

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Mahogany, Pine, Radiata FAS FIF SELECT #1 COM #2 & 2B #3A COM #3B COM FAS Limits 1x2 thru 1x12 S4S 4/4 & 8/4 Genuine Minimum Size Board 6" x 8' Same as FAS 4" x 6' 3" x 4' 3" x 4' 3" x 4' 3" x 4' PITH= Wane in FASIFACE: C & Better (Other thicknesses are special 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, for species SM in inches FAS transmission & 16/4 Moulding Blanks order) being graded applies to better face. FEQ (First European Quality) FAS1F Wane= #1 Common Side: Mixed Grain & Pattern Grain Primed & Unprimed Grade Minimum Size Cutting 4" x 5' 4" x 2' 3" x 2' 3" x 2' Not less than 1/2 Length 1/3W or 1/2L Select Patterns 3" x 7' 3" x 3' 1 1/2" wide Widest wane added Genuine Mahogany is the premier Among industry professionals, containing Knot= Teak is considered one the most together: Length choice among the wood workers Radiata Pine is a softwood tree, 36 sq. inches 1/3 SM of the world. It is moderately however, it is harder (denser) than valuable and beautiful species in can be on both edges. the world. It is very strong, hard, dense. The strength factor of the several hardwood species. The Basic Yield SM x 10 SM x 8 SM x 6 SM x 4 SM x 3 Warp= Wane in Selects: specie is very high in relation tree is native to the United States. and durable. Teak naturally BETTER FACE TO contains oil silicates that act as a Entire board Pcs. 6" & Wider FAS IMPORT LUMBER to its physical weight. Genuine However, Radiata Pine is now 83-1/3% GRADE FAS 60-2/3% 50% 33-1/3% 25% Mahogany is a very stable and more widely known to be an preserver to the elements in salt must be flat limitation applies to durable wood that machines import wood versus being sawn water environments. It is a very Formula to Determine SM SM+1 SM Unlimited Unlimited enough to S2S Better face. and finishes exceptionally well. and distributed domestically. stable, straight grained wood that Number of Cuts 4 POOR FACE TO 3 2 Sound to S.S.T. machines reasonably well with #1 Common side: It is medium reddish brown in Radiata Pine is used extensively (4 max.) GRADE (5 max.) (7 max.) Cuttings color and dramatically darkens for mouldings, shelving, and the proper equipment. Teak varies Splits: 1/3W or 1/2L with age. Genuine Mahogany interior trim boards. It very in color from yellow to brown #1 COMMON and darkens with exposure to the SM Needed to Take 6-15' 3-10' 2-7' not to exceed is extensively utilized in the well. 2 x SM or 12" Widest wane added furniture and cabinet industries. elements. Because of its natural Extra Cutting SM SM SM together. traits, Teak has a history of whichever is Purpleheart extensive use in the ship building Extra Yield Needed SM x 11 SM x 9 SM x 8 greater. Length can be on industry. for Extra Cutting 91-2/3% 75% 66-2/3% both side. Mahogany, Special Order item Splits shall not Philippine Special Yields 97% Rule 97% Rule 2 + 3 SM to 1' SM-100% 1' SM 2A Com diverge 1" in 12" Pcs. 4”& 5” Wide Purpleheart is also known as and Wenge -2 cuts full On Better be 100% 2' SM SMx 8 on Better 1/3W or 1/2L 4/4, 5/4, 6/4 & 8/4 commonly called Amaranth or 4/4 Select & Better First Lineal applies to both faces. FAS1F Violet Wood. It is very hard and width any Face clear or SMx 9 2A Com- Face and can be difficult to work unless length; Pcs. SM x 11 in Clear Face reverse side Foot Rule: Wenge is a very hard, durable, Philippine Mahogany is available the proper tooling is utilized. 6" & wider one cutting Cuttings of cuttings Applies to both Add widest wane Purpleheart has a relatively and dimensionally stable wood. ends of Board, to together. in the United States in the dark It machines and finishes very well. with 6-12" on Better 2B Com- sound; red and light red varieties. It is straight grain with a medium contain not over texture and is very deep rich Wenge is dark chocolate to almost SM Face. Sound will also Add total length similar in appearance to and black in color. Wenge has long 25% unsound machines like Lauan. This specie purple color. The color will turn SM x 11.64 97% Rule Cuttings qualify for wood. of wane from both dull brown over time if left raw or been regarded as one of the of the Mahogany family is premier choices for wood flooring. for Yield 3A Com edges. relatively dense with a very firm unsealed. texture. NOTE: This chart summarizes the main requirements for the standard grades. For complete information, consult the appropriate section of the NHLA Rule Book. Sapele Zebrawood Padauk (Great Mahogany or Spanish 4/4 Select & Better Special Order Item Cedar Substitute) Zebrawood is very heavy and 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, 12/4, hard and uniquely striking in its HOW LUMBER IS SAWN Padauk is very hard and coarse in appearance. It has a coarse texture texture with an interlocking grain & 16/4 and is light gold in color with In Mahogany, this technique produces what is commonly know as pattern. It is also commonly Select & Better Grade streaks of dark brown to almost > Plain Sawn known as Vermillion. Padauk is black running throughout. Plain sawn lumber is also commonly referred to as "ribbon stripe". Quarter sawn lumber creates more log waste and light to dark red in color with Mixed Grain and Quarter Zebrawood is primarily used in "flat sawn". This is the most common and widely therefore the end result of narrower boards in relation the plain contrasting streaks throughout. Sawn conjunction with other woods Padauk is primarily used as as an accent due to its unique used method of sawing. Plain sawn lumber is sawn technique. an accent wood in upper end Sapele closely resembles African appearance. cabinetry and furniture. Mahogany in appearance, produced by making the first cut on a tangent to the however, it is harder and heavier. circumference of the log. Each additional cut is then made parallel > Rift Sawn The specie has an interlocking to one before. This method produces the widest possible boards The technique of is very similar to that grain that is often wavy in of producing similar limitations and appearance. Sapele is a medium with the least amount of log waste. Therefore, it is more economical reddish brown color with a in comparison to the other sawing techniques utilized within the advantages. During rift sawing, the quartered log medium texture. It carries the industry. Plain sawn lumber offers a distinct cathedral effect to the portion is turned slightly off perpendicular before typical Mahogany look and color, but does not have the same grain on the face of the boards. cutting to not expose the medullary ray in an effort to minimize the strength and stability of true amount of "flake" on the face of the board. Rift sawing produces a Mahogany. Sapele finishes well Quarter Sawn virtually straight grain appearance on the face of the board with Hood and machines relatively well. > Distribution Quarter sawn lumber is produced by first quartering little to no visible "flake". The rift sawing technique also produces the log followed by sawing it perpendicular to the a measurable amount of log waste and yields narrower boards in McEwen Group annual growth rings. This particular method of sawing relation to plain sawn lumber. produces a nice straight grain appearance on the face www.HoodDistribution.com of the board. In many species, this technique of sawing makes the medullary rays visible on the face of the board in the form of "flake".

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Alder Birch Cedar, Aromatic Maple, Maple, Pre-Finished Pine, Knotty 1/4" A-C, A-4, B-4 and C-C White, Natural and Red 1/4" A-3 and A-4 Hood Ply White White, Hood Ply 1/4" A-4, B-4 and C-4 1/2" A-C and B-2 1/8" A-4 Bending 1/2" A-2 1/4", 1/2" and 3/4" 1/4" UV1S 1/2" B-2 and C-2 3/4" A-2, A-C, B-2 and C-C 1/4" B-4 Beaded Plain Sliced Faces Proprietary Grade 1/2" UV1S and UV2S 3/4" B-2 and C-2 * 3/4" 5x8 A-4 1/4" B-2 and B-4 Veneer Core Rotary Cut (Whole Piece) Faces 3/4" UV1S and UV2S Plain Sliced Faces Plain Sliced and Plank Matched Faces 1/2" A-1, B-2 and C-3 Veneer Core Proprietary Grade Veneer Core and MDF Core Veneer Core, MDF Core and Combi Core 3/4" A-1, A-2, B-2, C-3 and D-3 Cypress Rotary Cut (Whole Piece) Faces 3/4" 4x10 B-2 1/4" A-3 Maple Veneer Core Poplar Ash 3/4" 5x8 A-4 1/2" A-2 White & Natural 1/4" B-4 White and Natural Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) Faces 3/4" A-1 Oak, Red 1/2" B-2 1/4" B-2 and B-4 Beaded 3/4" B-2 1/4" A-4, B-2 and B-4 Veneer Core and MDF Core Plain Sliced Faces 1/4" B-2 and B-4 Beaded 1/4" A-1, A-4, B-2, B-4 and C-4 Rotary Cut (Spliced) Faces 1/2" A-1, B-1 and B-2 Veneer Core 1/4" A-2, B-2 and B-4 1/4" 4x10 B-4 Veneer Core 3/4" A-1 and B-2 Birch, Hood Ply 1/2" A-1, B-2 and C-3 1/2" A-1, B-2, B-4 and C-3 Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) and Hickory 3/4" A-1, B-2 and C-3 DOMESTIC PLYWOOD White and Natural 3/4" A-1, B-2, C-2 and D-3 1/4" A-2, A-4, B-2 and B-4 Sapele Plain Sliced Faces 3/4" Proprietary Grade 3/4" 4x10 B-2 and C-2 * 3/4" B-4 and 5x8 1/2" B-2 1/4" A-4 and B-1 Veneer Core, MDF Core and Combi Core Rotary Cut (Whole Piece) Faces * 3/4" A-3 and 5x8 Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) and 3/4" A-1 and B-2 1/2" A-1 Veneer Core Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) Plain Sliced Faces Plain Sliced Faces 3/4" A-2 and Plain Sliced Faces (Rift and Quarter Sawn also available) Veneer Core and MDF Core * 3/4" A-4 and 5x8 1/4" (5.2mm) Good 1 Side Veneer Core and MDF Core Veneer Core, MDF Core and PB Core Cherry Plain Sliced and Quarter Sawn Faces 1/2" (12mm) Good 2 Side 1/4" B-4 Beaded Mahogany () Veneer Core 3/4" (18mm) Good 2 Side 1/4" A-4, B-1, B-2 and B-4 Oak, White 1/4" A-4 and B-4 Maple, Pre-Finished 1" (25mm) Good 2 Side 1/2" A-2 and B-2 1/4" A-4 and B-4 1/2" A-1 and B-2 White & Natural Walnut Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) Faces 3/4" A-1 and B-2 1/2" B-2 3/4" A-1, A-4 and B-2 1/4" B-2 and C-4 UV1S 1/4" A-4, B-2, and B-4 Veneer Core 3/4" 4x10 A-1 3/4" A-1 and B-2 3/4" 4x10 A-4 3/8" C-2 UV1S 1/2" A-2, A-4 and B-2 * 3/4" A-4 and 5x8 Rotary Cut (Whole Piece & Spliced) and Plain Sliced Faces 1/2" C-2 UV1S and UV2S Plain Sliced Faces 3/4" A-1 and B-2 * A-3 and A-4 Birch back panels Plain Sliced Faces Veneer Core and MDF Core 5/8" C-2 UV2S (Rift and Quarter Sawn also available) * 3/4" A-4 and 5x8 available at the Jacksonville location. Veneer Core and MDF Core 3/4" B-2, C-2 and C-3 UV1S and UV2S Veneer Core and MDF Core Plain Sliced Faces Rotary Cut (Whole Piece) Faces Veneer Core and MDF Core Veneer Core VENEER CUTS

> Rotary Cut > Quarter Sliced FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL (FSC) CERTIFIED MATERIAL Rotary is the process of peeling the entire Quarter Sliced is the method of slicing the As with lumber, Hood Distribution also has long standing relationships with reputable manufacturers long. Turning the log, while shaving the veneer veneer perpendicular to the growth rings. This whereby demands for certified panels can be easily achieved. It must be kept in mind that panel products as it turns produces Rotary Cut veneer. This method produces a straight grain appearance, The Mark of Responsible Forestry are a little different than lumber in that they can be 100% FSC certified or only some percentage FSC process is the only cutting method that is similar to Rift Cut. Quarter Slicing the Oak SW-COC-003323 certified based on the various components utilized to manufacture to the panel. Please ask your sales ©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C. capable of producing whole piece face veneers. Rotary cut will species will produce a flake pattern, but only produces the representative for further details. yield veneer with a broad grain pattern with no plain sliced straight grain or stripes in other species. Since the cut is or quartered appearance. Rotary cut veneers are used in the perpendicular to the growth rings, Quarter Slicing produces majority of panels produced in North America. This process narrow veneer flitches and yields less veneer than the Plain METHODS OF MATCHING FACE VENEER ON PLYWOOD yields the most veneer per log and is usually less expensive Sliced method. than sliced veneer. > Book Match > Rotary > Rift Cut Book matching is achieved by turning over every Rotary Cut veneer is one continuous veneer, > Plain Sliced Rift Cut is the process of slicing the veneer other veneer flitch component to match the creating a very broad grain pattern. Rotary Plain slicing a log occurs when a log is only at a 15 degree angle to the radius of the log. grain from component to component across veneer is peeled from the log with a lathe while turned a few inches at a time when slicing it, This process produces straight, striped grain the panel for an aesthetically pleasing product. spinning the log. Rotary is used to achieve either versus a constant turn and peeling method appearance without the flakes that appear in Book Matched and Slip Matched veneer are sliced from the log a whole piece or spliced veneer. used for Rotary Cut veneer. Plain Sliced veneer Quarter Sliced veneer. Red and White Oak are generally the instead of peeled from the log. produces a cathedral grain pattern, similar to the pattern species that are Rift Cut to avoid the flakey appearance. Rift produced when plain sawn lumber is produced. Plain Sliced Cut method yields the least amount of veneer than any other > Slip Match veneer is cut along the growth rings, producing the highest method and the most expensive. This process also yields narrow Slip Match Veneer components are spliced side yield of any "slicing" method. flitches of veneer, similar size of Quarter Sliced veneer flitches. by side without matching the grain at the joints. Hood Slip Matching creates the look of laying boards Distribution side by side. 14 McEwen Group 15 PLYWOOD CORE TYPES DOMESTIC PLYWOOD GRADE RULES

> Combination Core: There are two types of > MDF Core: Medium Density Fiberboard Core has Combination Core construction. The first type the most uniform thickness and consistency of any Face Grades A Grade B Grade C Grade D Grade consists of a center veneer core and a crossband panel core. The face and back veneer are glued Birch, Ash, Maple and Poplar: Rotary-Cut, Quarter-Cut, Plain-Sliced veneer on both sides of the center with a layer of directly to the MDF Core without the need for a MDF, particleboard, or hardboard under the face and crossband veneer. The consistency in thickness and Pin Knots and Small Burls, Comb. Avg. ANSI 10- 4 to 1/4" 16- 8 to 1/4" No Limit No Limit back veneer. The second type consists of an flatness makes MDF Core panels the preferred choice for 32mm Conspicuous Burls, Max. ANSI 3/8" 1/2" No Limit No Limit or wafer board center with a veneer crossband on both sides, under construction. the face and back veneer. Combination Core can be used when Sound and Repaired Knots in Comb ANSI No 4 8 10 the project calls for consistent flatness and good fastener holding > Particleboard Core: Particleboard Core panels strength ability, without the weight of a MDF or particleboard core. are constructed similar to MDF Core panels, with Repaired Knots ANSI No 4 to 1/8" 4 to 1/2" 5 to 3/4" the face & back veneers glued directly to the core. Mineral Streaks ANSI Slight Slight Yes Yes > Lumber Core: Lumber edge glued into a solid Particleboard Core lays flat like MDF, but does slab is considered Lumber Core. Lumber Core not have the screw-hold strength of other cores. Vine ANSI Slight Yes Yes Yes plywood is most often found in the construction Particleboard Core is the least expensive of all core types. Rough Cut ANSI No Slight Two 8" Areas 5% of Panel of import panels, usually only 18mm thickness panels. Lumber Core plywood consists of a face & > Veneer Core: Veneer Core plywood consists of a Blended Repaired Tapering Hairline Splits ANSI Two 1/16" x 6" Four 1/8" x 8" Four 3/16" x 8" Six 1/4" x 10" back veneer, then a layer of crossband veneer, with the edge glued center veneer and crossband veneers alternately lumber in the center. Lumber Core plywood should be used for layered on both sides of the center to the desired the bending strength and screw-hold ability. The ability of Lumber thickness producing an odd number of veneers for Core plywood to bounce back makes it an excellent choice when the core. The weight-bearing strength of Veneer Core Face Grades A Grade B Grade C Grade constructing long or wide shelves in cabinets or closets. plywood is excellent along with its bending strength and screw- Red and White Oak: Rotary-Cut, Quarter-Cut, Plain-Sliced hold ability. Veneer Core panels are lighter in weight than any other core type. Pin Knots and Small Burls, Comb. Avg. ANSI 12-10 to 1/4" 24-16 to 1/4" No Limit Sound and Repaired Knots in Comb ANSI No 4 8 CORE SPECIE ATTRIBUTES - DOMESTIC FIR & POPLAR Repaired Knots ANSI No 4 to 1/8" 4 to 1/2" Mineral Streaks ANSI Slight Few to 8" Yes to 12" The core is made with alternating veneer inner plies. The inner-ply veneer is not as forgiving and varying degrees of core transfer is species are usually fir for production out of west coast mills and possible depending on the surface veneer or core construction Sap ANSI 5% Up to 20% Yes poplar for production out of east coast mills. Veneer core panels specified. The platform and core species is determined by the Blended Repaired Tapering Hairline Splits ANSI Two 1/16" x 6" Four 1/8" x 8" Four 3/16" x 8" are relatively light in comparison with composite panels, typically types of trees that grow in the region of manufacture. Which is weighing about 70lbs per 3/4" panel. Veneer core offers great better: fir or poplar cores? It really comes down to overall individual strength and stability with better spanning properties than either preference and past application experiences. The larger domestic PBC or MDF. Veneer core does have a wider variance in thickness in plywood manufacturers have plants on both the west and east Back Grades 1 BACK 2 BACK 3 BACK 4 BACK comparison with highly engineered PBC or MDF. coasts; therefore, core species is not a preference by manufacturer and is truly dictated by geographic specie availability. Sound Tight Knots ANSI 16 to 3/8" 16 to 3/4" Max 16 1/2"-1 1/2 Yes As hardwood veneer skins become increasingly thinner, the Knotholes ANSI No All Repaired All 3/8" 10 to 1 Up to 4" quality of the inner plies under the veneer face and back become Some hardwood plywood experts put the two top core species to increasingly important to the quality of the panel. Due to this, the test. The results are in the chart below: Repaired Knots ANSI No 8 to 1/2" Not No Sound Tight Burls ANSI Yes Yes Yes Yes Attributes Fir Core Hardwood Plywood Poplar Core Hardwood Plywood Mineral/Sap ANSI Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Bending strength High Moderate Rough Cut ANSI Two 8" Dia. Areas Yes Yes Yes Density Moderate Moderate Joints or Splits ANSI Six 1/8" x 12" Rep'rd Six 3/16" x 12" Rep'rd 3/8" x 1/4" LOP 1" to 1/4 LOP, Movement after drying Low Moderate 1/2" to 1/2 LOP, Sanding Good Difficult 1/4" to Full LOP Screw holding Good Good Screwing Good Good Shaping Good Difficult Toughness Moderate Low Weight Moderate Moderate

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Beech, European Steamed Birch, White: Meranti Indonesian/Malaysian Grade Rules 5.2mm A-2 2.7mm Overlay & Better Grade TigerLITE & TigerPLY FD Grade Free-Of-Defect, very similar characteristics to an ANSI/HPVA “A” Grade. 12mm A-2 12mm C-2 TigerLITE 5.2mm Overlay & Better, BB/CC 18mm A-1 18mm C-2 TigerLITE & PBB/CC Grades BB Grade Smooth, tight cut, full length veneer. Natural characteristics of the wood such as pin knots, sound burls, color streaks and spots are allowed. Dead knots, Plain-Sliced, Veneer Core TigerLITE is an ultra light weight Birch 9mm BB/CC Grade stain and mineral streaks, decay, open splits, rough cut, torn grain, symmetrical patches are not allowed. 12mm BB/CC Grade face and back veneer panel constructed CC Grade Natural characteristics of the wood are allowed. However, in comparison to the “BB Grade” the following characteristics ARE permitted: Color, dead knots 18mm BB/CC Grade Bending Plywood with a 9 ply Plantation Kiri core. 46 lbs. and rough cut (if well puttied), and hairline splits (max. 6"). 3mm Bending Poplar 4x8 (Column) per 18mm panel. Veneer Core & 8x4 (Barrel) 18mm C-2 TigerPLY OVL Grade Overlay and Better Grade. In addition to BB and CC grade, OVL may contain dead knots and knot holes (if well puttied), stain and mineral streak, hairline 9mm Bending Meranti 4x8 (Column) TigerPLY is a Birch face and back veneer Oak, Red split (max. 12"), rough cut and torn grain. & 8x4 (Barrel) panel constructed with a 9 ply machine 5.2mm A-3, B-2, B-4 & FD/Pass Industrial Allows open defects such as splits and gaps at the veneer joint as well as all the natural characteristics of the wood specie. Veneer Core composed Poplar core with 2 step Grades IMPORT PLYWOOD calibration. 12mm B-2 & C-2 Grades NOTE: The BB and CC grades are usually combined and marketed as a BB/CC panel. Birch, Chinese: 18mm B-2 & C-2 Grades White, Natural & Red Cherry Rotary Cut, Whole Piece & 5.2mm B-4 & C-2 5.2mm B-2 Plain Sliced Faces, Veneer Core Chinese Grade Rules 12mm C-2 12mm B-2 15mm C-2 18mm A-1 and B-2 Obeche B/C or B/2 Grade Fairly uniform in color with slight contrasts allowed. Small conspicuous burls and pin knots allowed with a minimum number of scattered sound or 18mm B-2, C-2 & D-2 Plain-Sliced, Veneer Core 5.2mm BB/CC repaired knots. Both faces are typically sanded smooth.The “C” back grade is typically more on the C minus to D plus grade or compatible to a #1 and #2 Rotary Cut, Whole Piece Face, Veneer Core Poplar & Eucalyptus Core Species 12mm BB/CC mix back grade on ANSI/HPVA standards. Poplar & Eucalyptus Core Species 18mm BB/CC C/D or C/2 Grade A larger color contrast is allowed. There are a unlimited number of conspicuous burls and pin knots and greater quantity of scattered sound and repaired Eucalyptus Veneer Core knots allowed. “Blended Repaired” is allowed whereby splits in the veneer will be repaired with color matched putty. The “D” back grade is typically more 12mm B-C Birch, Chinese: on the D minus grade or compatible to a #2 and #3 mix back grade on ANSI/HPVA standards. White, Pre-Finished 15mm B-C Okoume 5.2mm C-2 UV1S 18mm B-C 5.2mm BB/CC D/E or D/3 Grade All defects not permitted by C grade will generally be allowed on D grade. More sound and dark pin knots, repaired knot holes, longer putty repaired 12mm C-2 UV1S & UV2S Veneer Core 12mm BB/CC veneer splits will be allowed, but the number of knot holes is the major determining factor. The “E” back grade borders in grade and similarity to the #4 or reject back grade on ANSI/HPVA standards. 15mm C-2 UV1S & UV2S Great choice for a laminating substrate. 15mm BB/CC 18mm C-2 UV1S & UV2S 18mm BB/CC Rotary Cut, Whole Piece Face, Veneer Core Faveria (White Virola) Veneer Core NOTE: The majority of these panels are laid up on a Chinese Poplar core. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THE APPLICATION OF THE PANEL. B Grade: often used for upper-end cabinetry, architectural millwork, and furniture. Poplar & Eucalyptus Core Species Available by Special Order Pine, Radiata C Grade: used primarily on paint grade type applications, in lower-end case work, and for cabinet interiors in upper-end cabinetry. D Grade: used for non-visible cabinet parts. Birch, Russian (Baltic) Hickory 6mm A-C 3mm 5x5 B/BB Grade 12mm B-2 11/32" Beaded 2" OC 6mm 5x5 B/BB Grade 18mm B-2 9mm A-C 9mm 5x5 B/BB Grade Plain-Sliced, Veneer Core 12mm A-C Russian (Baltic) Birch Grade Rules 15mm A-C 12mm 5x5 & 4x8 B/BB & BB/BB Grades B Grade One piece sanded face with even color. No patches, voids or mineral streaks allowed. 15mm 5x5 B/BB, BB/BB & BB/CP Grades Mahogany (Khaya) 18mm A-C 18mm 5x5 & 4x8 B/BB, BB/BB & BB/CP 5.2mm A-1 & B-2 Veneer Core BB Grade One piece sanded face with generally even color. Slight pin knots and mineral streaks allowed. Open knots and defects are cut out and replaced with oval Grades 18mm A-1 patches. Poplar, White & Natural 25mm 4x8 B/BB & BB/BB Grades Plain-Sliced, Veneer Core CP Grade This is a fall down from BB with more patches on the face that may not always be matched for color. Splits less that 0.5 mm are allowed. Russian Birch veneer core panels are the 5.2mm BB/CC same specie material throughout the panel Maple, White 12mm BB/CC C Grade Un-sanded face that allows patches, open knots and veneer splits. with minimal to no core voids. 5.2mm B-2 18mm BB/CC 12mm B-2 & C-2 (Raw & UV1S) Veneer Core NOTE: Russian Birch panels are a consistent specie throughout the panel (core and face and back veneer). 18mm B-2 & C-2 (Raw, UV1S & UV2S) Rotary Cut, Whole Piece Face, Veneer Sande Core Available by Special Order Hood Distribution Walnut 18mm A-1 McEwen Group Plain-Sliced, Veneer Core www.HoodDistribution.com

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> Fir, MDO produced to a British Marine plywood standard. Aquatek has > Hardboard Light weight MDF carries an average density of 34 lbs per 3/8" MDO 1-side, Raw (Unprimed) good machining, nailing and screw holding properties and is 1/8" Tempered & Tempered painted white 1-side cubic foot. It is specifically engineered for weight sensitive 1/2" MDO 1-side & 2-side, Raw (Unprimed) easily stained and glued. 1/4" Tempered applications. The product provides a smooth, flawless surface, 3/4" MDO 1-side & 2-side, Raw (Unprimed) and a smooth density profile. Light weight MDF is an ideal Primed panels are available through special order. Medium > Okoume Plywood, Marine Grade > Particleboard, Industrial Grade choice for millwork and lamination applications where finished Density Overlay (MDO) is a preferred product for sign making 6mm Joubert Marine 1088 1/2" – 49x97 product weight is a concern. applications. 9mm Joubert Marine 1088 5/8" – 49x97 12mm Joubert Marine 1088 11/16" – 49x97, 49x121, 61x97 > MDF, Exterior (EXTIRA) > Fir Plywood 18mm Joubert Marine 1088 3/4" – 49x73, 49x97, 49x109, 49x121, 61x121 1/2" – 49x97, 25x194 15/32" A-C 25mm Joubert Marine 1088 1" – 49x97 3/4" – 49x97, 49x194 23/32" A-C 4X8 & 61X121 Born from a long industrial family tradition, the Joubert Group 1-1/8" – 49x97, 61x97, 61x145 1" – 49x97 31/32" B-C today, is renowned on the international plywood market for 1-1/4" – 49x97 23/32" A-C 4x8 & 4X10 Fire Treated the excellence of its products. This is an Okoume throughout Countertop Material EXTIRA panels are sanded two sides for a smooth, unprimed SPECIALTY PANELS SPECIALTY plywood panel with selected cores and in compliance with the 3/4" – 25x73, 25x97, 25x121, 25x145, 30x121, 30x145, 36x97, surface that is moisture, rot, and termite resistant. This product English norm BS1088 Lloyd’s Register Type Approved, marine ply > Fir Plywood, Marine Grade 36x121, 36x145 is manufactured from sustainable materials and is no-added recommended for nautical construction and boat furnishings. It urea formaldehyde (NAUF). EXTIRA is backed by a 5-year limited 1/4" A-B has a wonderful lightness and an excellent resistance to damp warranty and can be used for virtually any non-structural 3/8" A-B conditions (Class 3 gluing) which enables it to meet the specific Shelving paint grade application including exterior millwork, door and 1/2" A-B demands of naval construction. It can be used structurally 3/4" – 12x144, 16x144 Square Edge 3/4" A-B (for example) in the making of boat hulls, often with the use Particleboard carries an average density of 49 lbs per cubic window parts, signage, garage doors and other architectural 1" A-B of fiberglass and epoxy resin. It also can be used for interior square foot. CARB Phase I & II, No-added Urea Formaldehyde components. 4'x8' veneer core full thickness panels constructed of slow furnishings thanks to the numerous finishing possibilities. (NAUF), Moisture Resistant (MR), Fire Rated (FR), and Forest growth inland Douglas Fir and Western to yield fine- For more information visit: www.joubert-group.com Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified specifications can be met For more information visit: www.extira.com grained, smooth faces. All back and inner plies are a "B" grade upon request. or better and will be full length. The edges of the panel will not 6mm Marine 1088 > MDF, Shelving have any cross-band gaps or edge splits in excess of 1/8". Larger 9mm Marine 1088 > Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), Industrial Grade 3/4" x 11-1/4" x 145" – Raw & White Redi-Shelf panel sizes and tongue & groove (5/8th and thicker) panels are 12mm Marine 1088 1/8" – 49x97 3/4" x 11-1/4" x 194" – Raw available through special order. In materials, the BS 1088 specification is a marine plywood 1/4" – 49x97 Beaded 1.5" OC 3/4" x 15-1/4" x 145" – White Redi-Shelf spec that applies to plywood produced with untreated tropical 1/4" – 49x97 G1S Painted White 3/4" x 15-1/4" x 194" – Raw 1/4" MarineTech S1S & S2S hardwood veneers that have a set level of resistance to fungal 1/4" – 49x97, 61x97 3/8" MarineTech S1S & S2S attack. The plies are bonded with WBP glue which has been 3/8" – 49x97, 61x97 > Melamine, Thermally Fused 1/2" MarineTech S1S & S2S proven to be highly resistant to weather, micro-organisms, 1/2" – 49x97, 49x121, 61x97, 61x121 1/4" – 49x97 5/8" MarineTech S1S & S2S cold and boiling water, steam and dry heat. Face and core 5/8" – 49x97, 49x121, 61x97, 61x121 1/2" – 49x97 3/4" MarineTech S1S & S2S requirement are stringent and the moisture content of the 11/16" – 49x97, 49x121, 61x97, 61x145 5/8" – 49x97, 61x97 1" MarineTech S1S panel must be between 6% and 14% when it leaves the factory. 3/4" – 49x97, 49x121, 49x145, 61x97, 61x121, 61x145 3/4" – 49x97, 61x97, 61x109 Although the initials BS are for "British Standard", the finished MarineTech 4'x8' veneer core panels are designed for rigorous 15/16" – 49x97, 61x97 1" – 49x97 product does not have to be "British made". The standard is marine use with superior "B" grade faces that have no open 1" – 49x97, 61x97, 61x121 Thermally fused melamine is readily available in White, Antique associated with Lloyd’s of London since it performs testing of holes or defects. Panels are fully sanded with 60 grit paper 1-1/8" – 49x97, 61x97 White, Almond, Light Grey, Dark Grey, Black, Hard Rock Maple products to this standard. (S1S – sanded one side, S2S – sanded both sides). These panels 1-1/4" – 49x97, 61x97 (Cabinet Maple), Pearwood, and Executive Cherry (Traditional feature Creek’s High-Integrity Ultra-Core construction that MDF carries an average density of 49 lbs per cubic foot. CARB Cherry). Special colors/patterns and panel sizes are available provides composed cross-bands for tight core gap tolerances > Import Birch with White Liner, Cabinet Liner Phase I & II, No-added Urea Formaldehyde (NAUF), Moisture through special order. Requests for cold-rolled melamine panels that are more stringent than APA and industry specs. One side 5.2mm Liner 1-side Resistant (MR), Fire Rated (FR), and Forest Stewardship Council can also be accommodated through special order. panels have a high "C" grade back to provide minimal knot holes 12mm Liner 1-side & 2-side (FSC) Certified specifications can be met upon request. and splits. Two side panels have a "B" plugged back to provide 15mm Liner 1-side & 2-side > King Plastics, Starboard Panels no open knot holes or defects. Interior cores are one piece high 18mm and 3/4" (Domestic) Liner 1-side & 2-side > MDF, Double Refined (Door Grade) Please see featured article on page 4. "C" grade. Larger panel sizes and tongue & groove (5/8th and The panels, primarily utilizing a veneer core Chinese Birch or thicker) panels are available through special order. 1/2" – 49x97, 61x97 Sande substrate, have a thin white laminate sheet pressed > KerfKore For more information visit: www.plumcreek.com to one or both sides. These panels are great for cabinet box 5/8" – 49x97, 61x97 A full line of patented bendable construction (leaving a clean, white interior) or closet systems 3/4" – 49x97, 61x97 substrates, lightweight structural > Meranti Plywood, Marine Grade in applications where performance over a core or Door grade MDF is designed specifically for painted and panels and architectural panels. These products allow for 6mm Aquatek MDF core melamine is desired. bladder pressed doors for the cabinet door industry. Quality the creation of numerous designs that open the opportunity 9mm Aquatek standards on this product ensure better machineability with to produce curves and innovative products as vast as your 12mm Aquatek > Pine (Southern Yellow) Plywood, T1-11 no raised fibers. This is achieved by a more uniform density throughout the board with a flatter profile. imagination. No matter what type of curve or lightweight needs 18mm Aquatek 5/8" 4", 8" & 12" On-Center Grooves, Premium Grade you have, this is a product that can provide quicker results that Aquatek is a multi ply marine plywood where both the face Great for shed and out-building applications. are more accurate, with higher quality, and easier to fabricate and inner plies are constructed of whole piece, color matched, > MDF, Light & Ultra Light than traditional methods. Meranti veneers. This panel is manufactured to the British > Kirei Panels 1/2" – 49x97, 49x121

Standard 6566 (BS 6566). The use of slightly thicker core veneers Please see featured article on page 2. 5/8" – 49x97, 49x121 3/4" – 49x97, 49x121 For more information visit: www.kerfkore.com 20 allows this panel to be competitively priced while still being 21 1" – 49x97 SPECIALTY PRODUCTS

Harmony #023: 1/2"x3-1/4" & 5-1/4" Base 1x12 Random Even Lengths > Permagrip PD-559: Excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates Mouldings are #023: 9/16"x3-1/4", 4-1/4" & 5-1/4" Base #2 Common Ponderosa Pine Abrasives from high quality manufacturers are available at including, but not limited to laminates, particle board, plywood, made from the #066: 9/16"x3-1/4" Base S4S Boards select locations. General inventory consists of the following in hardwood, leather, rubber and metal. PG-559 has room finest Medium #010: 1/2"x5-1/4" & 7-1/4" Base grits ranging from 60 to 320: temperature contactability, green strength, high heat resistance Density #025: 9/16"x5-1/4" Base 1x4 thru 1x12 Select Finger Joint Pine 9x11 Sheets and excellent sprayability. Available in both natural and red Fiberboard (MDF) and available in #112: 9/16"x5-1/4" Base S4S Boards 3x24 & 4x24 Belts colors and 5 gallon and 55 gallon containers. a wide variety of profiles featuring #027: 9/16"x5-1/4" & 7-1/4" Base 5" Discs, PSA and Hook & Loop, 5 Hole and No Hole quality vacuum coated primers. Unlike #028: 9/16"x5-1/4" & 7-1/4" Base 1x2 thru 1x12 Primed Radiata Pine Replacement belts for wide belt can be accommodated Permagrip PG-812 Thinner: Available in 5 gallon and 55 gallon traditional wood mouldings, MDF is free #180: 9/16"x5-1/4" Base Finger Joint S4S Boards through special order. containers. of splits, knots and torn grain. Harmony #092: 9/16"x7-1/4" Base Mouldings will not warp or twist. For #118: 15mmx7-1/4" Base 1x4 thru 1x12 Random Even Length > Adhesives Permagrip PG-811 Cleaner: Available in 5 gallon and 55 gallon more information and to view profile #002: 11/16"x5-1/4" & 7-1/4" Base #2&Better Spruce S4S Boards Choice Brands containers. drawings of the available patterns; please #002: 3/4"x5-1/4" & 8-11/16" Base Adhesives are canisters, visit: www.tlcmouldings.com #185: 3/4"x5-1/2" Base 3/4" & 11/16"x3-1/2", 5-1/2", 7-1/4", 9-1/4" spray/brush/roll grade Permagrip Citrus Cleaner: Available in 15oz. aerosol cans. MOULDING AND S4S *Stocking profiles vary by market. & 11-1/4" adhesives from a supplier who is committed to total quality and #921: 5/8"x5-1/4" & 6-1/4" Stool Primed MDF S4S Boards total service. Hoses and spray guns for the canister systems are also > Primed MDF Mouldings available. #551: 9/16x3-1/4" Crown #700: 11/16x4-9/16" Door Jamb > Cabinet Facing Permagrip PG-107: Suitable for bonding HPL and fabrics to #549: 9/16"x3-5/8" Crown 13/16"x1-1/2" thru 3" Random Length a variety of substrates including MDF, chipboard, plywood For more information visit: www.choicebrandadhesives.com #548: 9/16"x4-1/4" Crown Hardwood Facing (Available in: Alder, and many other timber sheet materials. PG-107 is designed #599: 5/8"x4-1/2" Crown > Solid Wood Mouldings & Patterns Birch, Cherry Hard Maple, Soft Maple, Red for permanent bonding of materials where immediate bond > Woodworking Glue #547: 9/16"x4-5/8" Crown A variety of popular profiles of crowns, Oak, & Poplar) strength and good heat resistance are required. It is clear and Please featured Titebond article on page 6. #506: 5/8"x5" Crown shelf edges, scribes, and accent *Stocking sizes and species vary by carries a 30 minute open time. Available in 15oz aerosol cans, #525: 3/4"x5" Crown mouldings are available in Alder, Birch, market. 38lb and 355lb canisters. > Flat-pack, Pre-finished Cabinets #575: 3/4"x5" Crown Cherry, Hard Maple, Soft Maple, Red Oak, Please see featured River Run article on page 7. #545: 9/16"x5-1/4" Crown and Poplar. > Drawer Sides Permagrip PG-661: Excellent adhesion to a variety of substrates #500: 1-1/8"x5-5/16" Crown 1/2" pre-finished and edge-banded including, but not limited to laminates, particle board, > Fasteners/Screws #612: 9/16x5-1/2" Crown 1x4 & 1x6 T&G Flooring, V-joint and Maple and Birch plywood drawer sides plywood, hardwood, leather, rubber, and metal. PG-661 has Please see featured Deerwood article on page 5. #555: 18mmx5-5/8" Crown Beaded Ceiling is available in D-Select are available in a variety of widths and room temperature contactability, green strength and a high #561: 1"x6" Crown Southern Yellow Pine and Cypress. 8' length in both and smooth heat resistance. It is clear and carries a 30 minute open time. > Drawer Slides #665: 9/16"x6-1/4" Crown *Stocking sizes and profiles vary by configurations. Available in 30lb and 140lb canisters. Please see featured Fulterer article on page 3. #602: 1"x6-3/8" Crown market. #502: 3/4"x6-5/8" Crown 1/2" White Vinyl Drawer Sides in 4" thru Permagrip PG-680NF: Non-flammable LEED compliant, excellent > Veneers and Edgebanding #504: 11/16"x7" Crown > S4S Material 10" widths adhesion to a variety of substrates including, but not limited to Pre-glued and automatic (non-glued) rolls of melamine edge #508: 9/16"x7-1/4" Crown 1x4 thru 1x12 R/L S4S Boards laminates, particle board, plywood, hardwood, leather, rubber tape are readily available in the standard melamine colors . #577: 3/4"x7-1/4" Crown (Available in Poplar & Cypress) Unfinished SOLID WOOD Soft Maple and metal. PG-661NF is clear, carries a 1 hour open time and Special orders for non-traditional colors can be accommodated. #542: 1"x7-1/4" Crown drawer sides are available in 5/8"x4" thru has excellent high heat resistance. Available in 25lb and 256lb Please see featured Formwood article on page 1. #603: 1"x7-1/4" Crown 1x4 thru 1x12 Random Even Length 10" dimensions. canisters. #608: 1"x7-1/4" Crown 2x6 thru 2x12 Random Even Length #562: 1-1/4"x7-1/4" Crown C& Better Southern Yellow Pine S4S Custom moulding profiles of any size #677: 3/4"x7-3/4" Crown Boards and run length can be accommodated #528: 3/4"x8" Crown for your specific job or manufacturing A COMPLETE ONLINE RESOURCE OF PRODUCT AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE #513: 1-1/8"x8" Crown 1x4 thru 1x8 Random Even Lengths application. Hood Distribution has In addition to supplying high quality lumber, plywood and building products, Hood Distribution now offers a complete online #521: 1-1/4"x8-1/2" Crown 2x4 thru 2x12 Random Even Lengths agreements in place with select resource of product and technical knowledge designed for professionals in the wood products industry. Our site, C& Better Southern Yellow Pine S4S supply as well as customer partners www.HoodDistribution.com, offers easy navigation to current information including: #356: 9/16"x2-1/4" Casing Boards to manufacture quality moulding #376: 5/8"x2-1/4" Casing Treated & Kiln Dried after Treatment at competitive prices. This is Product Knowledge Glossary of Industry Terms #344: 9/16"x3-1/4" Casing (KDAT) accomplished due to the fact that we > > Supplier Links Conversion Charts #345: 11/16"x3-1/4" Casing control not only the source, quality, > > Trade Association Links Technical Details #399: 3/4"x3-1/4" Casing 1x4 thru 1x8 Random Even Length and cost of the raw material, but also > > #211: 9/16"x3-1/2" Casing #2 Grade Southern Yellow Pine S4S the material yield. Let us assist you in Did you know Hood Distribution is FSC certified? Please visit the “GREEN” #203: 1"x3-1/2" Casing Boards taking the guess-work out of custom tab on the website for information about the FSC, SFI, PEFC, NAHB Green-Build, #234: 1-3/16"x4" Casing profiles. Please contact your sales LEED and increase your understanding of “GREEN” as it relates to the wood #304: 1-1/4"x4-1/16" Casing 1x12 Random Even Lengths representative for further details. products industry. 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Pounds Per Square Foot 1/8" or 1/4" or 3/8" or 1/2" or 5/8" or 3/4" or 1" or 4/4 5/4 6/4 2.6 mm 5.2 mm 9 mm 12 mm 15 mm 18 mm 25 mm 1-1/8" 1-1/4" Board Board Feet Reciprocal Board Board Feet Reciprocal Board Board Feet Reciprocal Domestic Hardwood VC 0.42 0.85 1.25 1.63 2.00 2.47 3.28 3.70 4.15 Width (Multiplier (Divisor) Width (Multiplier (Divisor) Width (Multiplier (Divisor) and Bending Plywood 4" .33334 3 4" .41667 2.4 4" .5 2 Domestic Hardwood MDF 1.15 1.75 2.19 2.70 3.13 4.35 4.90 5.45 5" .41667 2.4 5" .52084 1.92 5" .625 1.6 and MDF Core Melamine 6" .5 2 6" .625 1.6 6" .75 1.33333 7" .58334 1.715 7" .72916 1.37 7" .875 1.1429 Medium Density Fiberboard 1.10 1.72 2.16 2.66 3.20 4.30 4.85 5.40 8" .66667 1.5 8" .83334 1.2 8" 1 1 (Langboard, Holly Hill, Plumcreek, 9" .75 1.334 9" .9375 1.067 9" 1.125 .88889 Uniboard, etc.) 10" .83334 1.2 10" 1.04167 .96 10" 1.25 .8 Trupan Ultra Light MDF 2.00 2.50 11" .91667 1.0909 11" 1.14583 .873 11" 1.375 .728 12" 1 1 12" 1.25 .8 12" 1.5 .66666 Particleboard 1.15 1.75 2.25 2.82 3.44 4.38 5.00 5.55 13" 1.08333 .92308 13" 1.35417 .73846 13" 1.625 .61539 14" 1.16667 .85715 14" 1.45833 .69565 14" 1.75 .57143 Particleboard Core Melamine 1.35 1.80 2.32 2.92 3.50 4.85 5.53 6.20 15" 1.25 .8 15" 1.5625 .64 15" 1.875 .53333 and Domestic Hardwood Panels 8/4 10/4 12/4 Import Hardwood VC 0.33 0.63 0.94 1.22 1.79 2.16 2.80 Board Board Feet Reciprocal Board Board Feet Reciprocal Board Board Feet Reciprocal Liner Panels With Import VC 0.52 0.82 1.13 1.41 1.98 2.38 3.00 Width (Multiplier (Divisor) Width (Multiplier (Divisor) Width (Multiplier (Divisor)

Fir VC Panels 0.41 0.82 1.22 1.63 2.00 2.44 3.22 4" .66667 1.5 4" .83333 1.2 4" 1 1 5" .83334 1.2 5" 1.04167 .96 5" 1.25 .8 Russian Birch 0.44 1.04 1.32 2.06 2.25 3.02 4.05 6" 1 1 6" 1.25 .8 6" 1.5 .66667 7" 1.16667 .857 7" 1.45833 .6857 7" 1.75 .57143 8" 1.33334 .75 8" 1.66667 .6 8" 2 .5 Lumber Weights 9" 1.5 .66667 9" 1.875 .53333 9" 2.25 .44444 10" 1.66667 .6 10" 2.08334 .48 10" 2.5 .4 Rough Lumber Pounds Per Rough Lumber Pounds Per Species Board Foot Species Board Foot 11" 1.8333 .5455 11" 2.29167 .43637 11" 2.75 .36364 12" 2 .5 12" 2.5 .4 12" 3 .33333 Alder (15/16") 2.15 Mahogany 3.45 13" 2.16667 .46154 13" 2.70833 .36923 13" 3.25 .30769 Ash 3.10 Hard Maple 3.80 14" 2.3333 .42857 14" 2.19667 .34286 14" 3.5 .28571 15" 2.5 .4 15" 3.125 .32 15" 3.75 .26667 Basswood 2.20 Pacific Maple 3.00

Beech 3.85 Soft Maple 3.30 Multiply the total lineal feet for the appropriate dimension by the factor next to the width of the board, or divide the total lineal feet by the reciprocal of the factor. Yellow or White Birch 3.70 Red Oak 4.00 Aromatic Cedar 2.80 White Oak 4.10 Metric Conversion Chart Spanish Cedar 2.75 Eastern White Pine 2.70 Cherry 3.30 Ponderosa Pine 2.67 Inch Millimeter Inch Millimeter Thickness Thickness Thickness Thickness Cypress 2.80 Southern Yellow Pine 3.27 Hood Douglas Fir 3.00 Poplar 2.90 1/8" 3.175 mm 5/8" 15.875 mm Distribution Hickory or Pecan 4.25 Sapele 3.85 1/4" 6.350 mm 3/4" 19.050 mm McEwen Group Lyptus 4.40 Walnut 3.50 3/8" 9.525 mm 1" 25.400 mm 1/2" 12.700 mm www.HoodDistribution.com

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