Business Details
Premium Hardwood Lumber & Custom Drying Services
Established in 1897, our company has grown from a small family operation into a leading hardwood lumber supplier. We operate modern kiln drying facilities and source premium hardwoods from dedicated mills in Central Pennsylvania. Our services include custom drying for lumber and barrel staves, with domestic and international shipping capabilities. We maintain rigorous quality control through advanced equipment upgrades and process improvements. Our team combines generational expertise with innovative solutions to meet evolving industry demands while upholding core values of integrity and customer satisfaction. 
Services
Hardwood Lumber
Custom Drying
Barrel Staves
Wholesale Supply
Retail Sales
International Shipping
Highlights and features
- We operate modern kiln drying facilities with 125+ years of industry experience
- Our dedicated Pennsylvania hardwood mills ensure consistent supply and quality
- We offer specialized white oak barrel stave drying with storage capacity
- Our biomass steam system reduces environmental impact while maintaining quality
- We provide coast-to-coast and international shipping capabilities
Services
Hardwood Lumber Supply
We provide premium hardwood lumber sourced from Pennsylvania forests. Our inventory includes Northern Red Oak, White Oak, and other specialty species for flooring, furniture, and industrial applications. With truckload capacities ranging from 11,000 to 16,000 board feet, we serve manufacturers and distributors across North America and global markets.
Custom Drying
Our modern kiln facilities offer specialized drying for hardwood lumber and barrel staves. We maintain precise moisture control for applications ranging from fine furniture to whiskey barrels. The process includes quality checks at multiple stages to ensure dimensional stability and product consistency for commercial clients.
Barrel Stave Processing
We specialize in white oak barrel stave drying with dedicated storage and handling systems. Our facility processes 50,000 board foot batches meeting strict requirements for wine and spirits industries. The service includes air drying options and export preparation for international stave buyers.
Wholesale Distribution
We deliver hardwood products in truckload quantities to industrial clients nationwide. Our logistics network handles full container loads for export markets. Services include surfacing, container loading, and just-in-time delivery solutions for manufacturers requiring consistent raw material supply.
Retail Sales
Our Steel City Hardwoods brand serves small businesses and individual woodworkers. We offer mixed loads from 1-200 board feet with competitive pricing. The retail service includes product selection assistance and pickup options at our Woodland, PA facility for custom orders.
Questions
What hardwood species do you specialize in?
We focus on Northern Red Oak, White Oak, Soft Maple, Hard Maple, American Cherry, and Poplar from Pennsylvania forests.
Do you offer custom drying services?
Yes, we provide specialized kiln drying for lumber and white oak barrel staves with precise moisture control.
What are your shipping capabilities?
We ship truckload quantities coast-to-coast and internationally, with container loading and export documentation services.
How does your stave drying process work?
We process 50,000 board foot batches with dedicated storage, offering air drying options and export preparation.
What's your minimum order quantity?
For retail customers, we accept orders from 1-200 board feet through our Steel City Hardwoods brand.
How do you ensure product quality?
We maintain quality through modern kiln controls, regular equipment upgrades, and multi-stage inspections during processing.