Celebrating Women in Construction Week at Woodgrain!

Did you know that there are currently over 770,000 construction workers employed in the United States? However, despite this large number, women make up only a small percentage of the workforce. According to a 2023 report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women make up only 10.8% of construction workers in the US. This is

Woodgrain to Acquire Trimco Millwork

Fruitland, ID. – November 15, 2023 – Woodgrain, a leading millwork and building products company, announces the planned acquisition of Trimco Millwork. The transaction is expected to close in December. With the acquisition of Trimco Millwork, Woodgrain will increase its distribution center network to 35 locations expanding Woodgrain’s national footprint into the Rocky Mountain West.

Elevating Your Home with Moulding

Moulding is a major part of establishing consistency in your home. Moulding has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like Egypt and Greece, where it was used to decorate grand structures. Over time, it became increasingly prevalent in European homes during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, evolving into a prominent feature in interior

Woodgrain: A Vertically Integrated Company

Did you know that Woodgrain is a vertically integrated company? Vertical integration refers to a business strategy where a company owns and manages multiple stages of the production and distribution process within the same industry. In the case of Woodgrain, being a vertically integrated company means that we not only manufacture our products, but also

Pocket Doors: The Hidden Doors

Intro Pocket doors, also called hidden doors, became a staple door in the late 1800s. Pocket doors are often called hidden doors or vanishing doors because they conveniently slide into your walls, essentially giving an illusion that the door has disappeared! These doors became a dominant entryway of libraries, sitting rooms, and dining rooms. Historically,

Woodgrain at the Haven Conference 2023

It’s that time again. Woodgrain attends Haven for the 5th time! The Haven Conference, newly owned by Mollie Surratt, is an annual event that takes place in July that congregates all lovers of DIY, interior design, and home building. Bloggers, influencers, content creators, and more all flocked to Atlanta, Georgia to hear and learn from

Common Building Industry Terms 

When it comes to understanding the world of building, there are a multitude of terms and definitions you should be aware of. Understanding these terms will not only make you more knowledgeable in the industry but also help you with future projects. It’s always helpful to get all the right tools together before you begin

Huttig-Grip Fasteners: Now A Part of Woodgrain’s Family of Brands

Fasteners for Every Application In May, 2022, Woodgrain expanded its national footprint with the acquisition of Huttig Building Products. With the acquisition, Woodgrain’s specialty products category now includes Huttig-Grip Fasteners, an exciting and significant addition to Woodgrain’s family of brands. Huttig-Grip fasteners was initially a regional brand, stocked in the Pacific Northwest. In late 2016, the Huttig-Grip

Students Awarded Woodgrain Academic Scholarship

Woodgrain is proud to announce that over 125 students will receive a Woodgrain scholarship this year: more than doubling the number of awards given out last year and setting a new record! What an incredible response to this great program! Each scholarship recipient will receive $1,000 applied toward the cost of tuition. Eligible recipients were

The Best Doors of 2023

Door trends continuously evolve over time. Throughout history, doors have been symbols of an array of things. In Ancient Egypt, they were seen as a passage to the afterlife, so instead of doors, they opted for case openings. During the Renaissance era, Spanish doors were made of metal and extremely detailed with depictions of historical