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RARE LUMBER SPECIALISTS

Sourcing the World's Most Extraordinary Timber

Trusted across the United States and Canada for contract-based sourcing, procurement, milling, and supply of rare and exotic lumber species to industry leaders and discerning private collectors.

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Black WalnutFigured MapleOld-Growth RedwoodBirdseye MapleHonduran MahoganyCurly CherryAlaskan Yellow CedarQuilted MaplePacific YewButternutAmerican ChestnutSpalted Beech Black WalnutFigured MapleOld-Growth RedwoodBirdseye MapleHonduran MahoganyCurly CherryAlaskan Yellow CedarQuilted MaplePacific YewButternutAmerican ChestnutSpalted Beech
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WHO WE ARE

Rooted in Heritage,
Driven by Excellence

WoodForest Timber Company is a premier contract-based sourcing, procurement, production, and logistics firm specializing in rare and exotic lumber species. Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, we serve major construction firms, luxury furniture manufacturers, luthiers, restoration specialists, and private collectors across every state and province in North America.

CERTIFIED SOURCING

FSC & PEFC certified supply chains ensuring sustainability at every step

CUSTOM MILLING

Precision milling to your exact specifications and tolerances

FULL LOGISTICS

Door-to-door delivery across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces

RARE SPECIES

Access to 250+ species including protected and hard-to-find varieties

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FOUNDER & CEO
A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO
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Every piece of rare timber tells a story — of centuries of growth, of forests shaped by time and climate. At WoodForest, we don't just supply lumber. We are stewards of a legacy, connecting the world's most extraordinary wood with the craftsmen, architects, and visionaries who will give it new life for generations to come.

RICHARD A. THORNTON
Founder & Chief Executive Officer

With over 25 years in the forestry and timber industry, Richard founded WoodForest Timber Company in 2008 with a singular vision: to create a world-class sourcing network capable of procuring the rarest and most exceptional lumber species on the continent. Today, WoodForest serves over 600 clients across 48 states and provinces, with a team of 120 forestry specialists, mill operators, and logistics professionals.

WHAT WE DO

Full-Spectrum Timber Services

From the forest floor to your facility — we handle every phase of the rare lumber supply chain under a single contract.

Rare Species Sourcing

Our network of forestry scouts, landowner partnerships, and salvage specialists locates and secures rare and endangered timber species across North America and international sources.

Discovery & Acquisition

Contract Procurement

Structured procurement contracts for corporations, government projects, and private clients with guaranteed volume, species authenticity, and compliance documentation.

Binding Agreements

Custom Milling & Production

State-of-the-art sawmilling facilities capable of quarter-sawing, rift-sawing, live-edge processing, and kiln-drying to your exact moisture content and dimensional requirements.

Precision Processing

Grading & Certification

Every board is professionally graded (NHLA standards), with chain-of-custody documentation, CITES compliance for protected species, and full provenance tracking.

Quality Assurance

Logistics & Delivery

Climate-controlled transport with GPS tracking. Flatbed, container, and specialized oversized load capabilities. Coast-to-coast delivery in 5-10 business days.

End-to-End Transport

Consulting & Advisory

Expert consultation on species selection, sustainability compliance, project volume estimation, and custom sourcing strategies for unique architectural and artisan projects.

Expert Guidance
OUR COLLECTION

Featured Rare Species

Black WalnutPremium
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Black Walnut
Juglans nigra
Hardness1,010 lbf
OriginEastern US
Birdseye MapleRare
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Birdseye Maple
Acer saccharum
Hardness1,450 lbf
OriginGreat Lakes
Honduran MahoganyExotic
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Honduran Mahogany
Swietenia macrophylla
Hardness800 lbf
OriginCentral America
American ChestnutHeritage
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American Chestnut
Castanea dentata
Hardness540 lbf
OriginAppalachian
Old-Growth RedwoodPremium
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Old-Growth Redwood
Sequoia sempervirens
Hardness420 lbf
OriginPacific NW
Quilted MapleFigured
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Quilted Maple
Acer macrophyllum
Hardness850 lbf
OriginOregon
Curly CherryRare
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Curly Cherry
Prunus serotina
Hardness950 lbf
OriginPennsylvania
Alaskan Yellow CedarExotic
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Alaskan Yellow Cedar
Cupressus nootkatensis
Hardness580 lbf
OriginAlaska/BC
HOW IT WORKS

Our Contract Process

From your initial inquiry to the final board delivered — here's how we turn rare timber contracts into reality.

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CONSULTATION

We discuss your species requirements, volumes, timelines, and quality specifications.

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SOURCING

Our scouts locate the exact species through our network of forests, salvage ops, and global partners.

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PROCUREMENT

Secure purchasing with full chain-of-custody, CITES compliance, and sustainability documentation.

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PRODUCTION

Custom milling, grading, kiln-drying, and finishing to your exact specifications.

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DELIVERY

Climate-controlled logistics with real-time GPS tracking to your door, anywhere in North America.

WHY WOODFOREST

The Difference is in the Details

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Unmatched Network

Relationships with over 600 landowners, forestry services, and international exporters giving us access to species others simply cannot procure.

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Certified Sustainability

FSC, PEFC, and SFI certified supply chains. We never source from protected old-growth forests without explicit salvage or restoration authorization.

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Species Authenticity

Every shipment comes with DNA-verified species identification and third-party grading reports. No substitutions, no misrepresentation — guaranteed.

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Volume Flexibility

From a single slab for an artisan table to 100,000 board feet for a commercial build — our capacity scales to match your contract requirements.

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Dedicated Account Teams

Each contract receives a dedicated project manager, sourcing specialist, and logistics coordinator to ensure seamless execution from start to finish.

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Industry-Leading Insurance

Full transit insurance on all shipments with replacement guarantees. Your investment is protected from forest to facility, no exceptions.

CLIENT VOICES

Trusted by Industry Leaders

WoodForest sourced 12,000 board feet of figured walnut for our flagship collection. The quality and consistency was unlike anything we'd seen from other suppliers. They've been our exclusive partner for three years running.

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James Morrison
VP of Procurement, Heritage Furniture Co.

Finding authentic old-growth reclaimed redwood for our historic restoration project seemed impossible until we contacted WoodForest. They delivered ahead of schedule with full provenance documentation.

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Sarah Rodriguez
Lead Architect, Preservation Associates

As a luthier working with tonewood, I need absolute precision in species, grain, and moisture content. WoodForest consistently delivers instrument-grade Sitka spruce and Brazilian rosewood alternatives that exceed expectations.

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David Kim
Master Luthier, Crescendo Instruments

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Our Offices

Headquarters
4200 Timber Ridge Parkway
Portland, OR 97201
Phone
+1 (503) 555-WOOD (9663)
Email
contracts@woodforesttimber.com
Service Area
All 50 US States & 10 Canadian Provinces