Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for High-Quality Lumber & Building Supplies
For 75 years, Wheeland Lumber has been dedicated to delivering premium lumber products while upholding family values and sustainability. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we combine tradition with innovation to meet global customer needs. Our state-of-the-art sawmill technology ensures high-quality hardwood production with minimal waste, serving markets in the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific Rim. We prioritize sustainable forestry practices through certifications like FSC and participation in the Sustainable Forestry Initiative of Pennsylvania. Our facility in the Appalachian Mountains manages over 2 million board feet of air-dried lumber and operates 12 dry kilns with 600,000 board feet capacity.Customer testimonials highlight our precision grading, timely shipping, and consistent product quality. We maintain transparency in operations, emphasizing carbon neutrality through reforestation and responsible resource management. Our teams expertise spans species like Northern Appalachian American hardwoods, including Ash, Maple, Oak, and Walnut. With a legacy rooted in hard work and honesty, we continue to innovate while preserving forest ecosystems for future generations.
Services
Kiln Dried Lumber
Custom Milling
Hardwood Distribution
Sustainable Forestry
Export Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We offer 75 years of expertise in hardwood production and sustainable forestry.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes innovation and customer-specific solutions.
- We maintain FSC certification and carbon-neutral practices for environmental responsibility.
- Our global distribution network serves markets across five continents.
- We guarantee consistent product quality with precision grading and timely delivery.
Associations and certifications
- FSC
- Sustainable Forestry Initiative of Pennsylvania
- NEPCon
What people say
High quality
Depend on
Consistently graded
Timely manner
Refreshing partnership
Services
Kiln Dried Lumber
Our kiln-dried lumber undergoes precise moisture control to ensure durability and stability for construction and manufacturing. The process enhances dimensional accuracy while reducing warping risks. Customers benefit from consistent quality tailored to specifications.
Custom Milling
Custom surfacing, ripping, and cross-cutting services meet exact project requirements. Advanced machinery ensures tight tolerances for architectural and industrial applications. Clients receive optimized components for efficiency and waste reduction.
Sustainable Forestry
Certified sustainable practices protect forest ecosystems while maintaining supply chain integrity. Our FSC-certified operations balance harvesting with reforestation to ensure long-term resource availability. Clients gain assurance of ethically sourced materials.
Hardwood Distribution
We distribute Northern Appalachian hardwoods worldwide via optimized logistics networks. Export containers ensure timely delivery to international markets. Partners benefit from reliable supply chains and competitive pricing.
Veneer Production
Premium veneer logs are sorted for rotary slicing or flat-cut applications. Quality control ensures uniform grain patterns for furniture and decorative surfaces. Clients receive consistent raw materials for high-end finishes.
People
Ray Wheeland
CEO/Vice President and International Sales
Ray Wheeland leads international sales and strategic growth, leveraging decades of industry experience to expand Wheeland Lumber's global footprint while upholding family values.
Derek Wheeland
President, Domestic, International and Dimension Sales
Derek Wheeland oversees domestic and international operations, ensuring customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and a commitment to quality that spans generations.
Bill Baker
Domestic and Dimension Sales
Bill Baker specializes in domestic hardwood sales, combining technical expertise with personalized service to meet client needs across diverse industries.
Damen Wheeland
Veneer & Log Sales and By-Product Sales
Damen Wheeland manages veneer and by-product sales, focusing on sustainable resource utilization and value-added opportunities for clients worldwide.
Questions
What types of hardwoods does Wheeland Lumber offer?
We specialize in Northern Appalachian species including Ash, Basswood, Cherry, Maple, Oak, Poplar, and Walnut for construction and manufacturing.
Are your products certified for sustainability?
Yes, our lumber is FSC-certified, and we adhere to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative of Pennsylvania for responsible resource management.
How does Wheeland Lumber ensure product quality?
Advanced sawmill technology, precision grading, and rigorous quality control processes guarantee consistent, defect-free lumber tailored to client specifications.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we distribute hardwood products globally to Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific Rim via optimized logistics networks.
What custom milling services are available?
We offer surfacing, ripping, cross-cutting, and molding services to meet exact dimensional and finish requirements for architectural and industrial projects.
How does Wheeland Lumber support environmental conservation?
Our carbon-neutral practices include reforestation, waste reduction, and energy-efficient production to protect forest ecosystems for future generations.
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