New research explores red maple lumber for structural applications, grading, engineered wood products, and new construction markets for U.S. hardwoods.

Discover how salvaged hardwood lumber is creating new opportunities through research, innovation, and collaboration. Learn how the hardwood industry is transforming storm-damaged wood into sustainable, high-value products while advancing workforce development and mass timber applications.

Dallin Brooks, NHLA Executive Director, reflects on lessons from wood product innovation. Early failures like SIPs, CLT, and TMW slowed progress, while substitutes advanced. NHLA can lead by sharing risk and coordinating market development—so when innovations succeed, the whole hardwood industry benefits.