Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Quality Lumber in Michigan
Since 1973, Maple Rapids Lumber Mill has been a family-owned and operated business dedicated to providing high-quality lumber products and services. Our expertise spans custom hardwood flooring, standing timber procurement, and landscaping materials, serving communities across Mid-Michigan. With two locations in Saint Johns and Coleman, we combine decades of industry experience with sustainable forestry practices to deliver exceptional value.Our team includes certified professionals and long-tenured family members who ensure every product meets rigorous quality standards. We maintain memberships in leading industry associations and operate a state-of-the-art drying facility to meet diverse customer needs. Our commitment to transparency, fair pricing, and personalized service has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the lumber industry.
Services
Lumber Sales
Custom Flooring
Timber Purchase
Landscaping Materials
Playground Surfacing
Kiln-Dried Lumber
Hardwood Mulch
Timber Management
Log Grading
Delivery Services
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1973 with two Michigan locations
- Offer free estimates for standing timber purchases
- Specialize in sustainable wood lot management
- Provide custom hardwood flooring tailored to client needs
- Employ certified National Hardwood Lumber Association graders
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Absolutely incredible
Kind and professional
Lifelong customer
Generous delivery
High quality
Services
Lumber Sales
We offer a wide variety of rough-sawn and kiln-dried lumber species, including oak, maple, cherry, and walnut. Our products cater to contractors and individual customers seeking high-quality materials for construction or specialty projects. Every log is processed using advanced technology to maximize yield and quality.
Custom Flooring
Our custom hardwood flooring options include rift and quartered oaks, rustic hickory, and brown maple. Each order is tailored to client specifications, ensuring unique finishes that enhance residential or commercial spaces. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques for precise results.
Timber Purchase
We buy standing hardwood timber at competitive prices from public and private landowners. Our team provides free estimates and specializes in sustainable harvesting practices. This service supports long-term forest management while ensuring fair compensation for timber growers.
Landscaping Materials
Our landscaping materials include red oak bark, mixed hardwood bark, and single/double ground wood chips. These products enhance outdoor aesthetics while providing practical benefits like soil insulation and erosion control. Bulk delivery options are available for large projects.
Playground Surfacing
SafePlay playground surfacing uses specially processed wood chips to create safe, splinter-free environments for children. This ASTM-certified solution offers superior impact absorption, cost efficiency, and visual appeal compared to alternatives like rubber or gravel.
People
Richard Grubaugh
President
President with decades of industry experience, overseeing timber procurement since 1973. Leads a family-owned business committed to quality lumber and sustainable practices.
Kenneth Grubaugh
Vice President
Vice President managing mill production and lumber sales. Co-founder with 50 years of experience in sustainable forestry and operational leadership.
Catherine Childers
Office Manager
Office Manager handling accounts payable and HR since 1973. Provides customer support and ensures smooth administrative operations for the family business.
Ryan Grubaugh
General Manager
General Manager overseeing lumber mill production. Combines technical expertise with family tradition to maintain quality standards and operational efficiency.
Ed Staudacher
Coleman Division Manager
Manages Coleman division's dry kilns and flooring production. Ensures precision manufacturing of hardwood products for residential and commercial applications.
Questions
What types of lumber do you offer?
We provide rough-sawn and kiln-dried hardwoods including oak, maple, cherry, walnut, and specialty species like rustic hickory for residential and commercial use.
Do you buy standing timber?
Yes, we purchase standing hardwood timber at fair prices from public and private landowners, with free estimates and sustainable harvesting practices.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Mid-Michigan communities including Saint Johns, Coleman, Saginaw, Lansing, and surrounding regions with delivery and pickup options.
Can I get custom flooring?
Yes, we create custom hardwood flooring tailored to your specifications, including specialty cuts like rift and quartered oak for unique finishes.
What landscaping materials are available?
We offer red oak bark, mixed hardwood bark, single/double ground wood chips, and sawdust for landscaping and agricultural applications.
Is playground surfacing available?
Yes, our SafePlay surfacing provides ASTM-certified wood chips that cushion falls, resist splintering, and enhance playground safety and aesthetics.