About FSC Lumber

The next time lay down new hardwood flooring, put up shelves in your child's room, or build a doghouse, remember that not all lumber is the same.

Some lumber comes from forest clear-cuts the size of small towns, causing untold damage to wildlife habitat, local water supplies, and soil fertility. Moreover, despite all that is known about the dangers of forest destruction, many timber companies continue to harvest trees faster than they can regenerate. This is unsustainable - for humans, wildlife, and forests.

However, there are alternatives! Many landowners and some timber companies are showing their commitment to the environment, and in turn to human well-being, by growing and harvesting lumber with sustainability in mind. Many of these landowners have undergone Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification proving that their working forests are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable. FSC also maintains a chain-of-custody certification verifying that the FSC wood products you buy originated in a FSC certified forest.

FSC certified lumber is good for wildlife and good for us as it preserves habitiat and ensures that forests continue to perform the many services they provide - maintaining clean air, clean water, and soil fertility.

The next time you are in the midst of a home improvement project, look for the FSC logo on your building materials and know that your dollar is going to support sustainable forestry practices.