Maine Wood: A Natural Resource
By Penny - Freelance Writer - Article Added ( 05/22/2009 )
Maine is known for one of the worlds greatest resources: WOOD. Maine wood is in high demand. In fact, Maine now has a larger inventory of forest than they did over fifty years ago and is the state that has the most percentage of forest.
What does this mean for Maine? As more and more people decide to burn Maine wood for heat, you may find the price on the rise for all products, including Maine lumber, Maine furniture, and Maine flooring. However, you will find this will not have much of an effect on the sales as products from this state are always in high demand because they are top quality.
Maine cedar is most often used for log homes. This Maine lumber, the Northern White Cedar, is harvested, peeled, and trimmed in the state and is used as it is one of the most insulating woods to be found. Not only is it easy to maintain, it is one of the most beautiful of all the wood and is in high demand for log cabins everywhere.
You will also find that Maine wood is used for other well known products in high demand. On of the most popular is Maine furniture. You will find that the hardwoods will last as a family heirloom for years and the furniture comes in many of the most fascinating designs to match any décor. Maine furniture can be found for sale online or you can visit some of the showrooms yourself. Either way, you are guaranteed to love this Maine furniture for years.
Another popular use of Maine wood is Maine flooring. Logs made from pine, cedar, birch, and many others are often used for flooring and the flooring is often hand scraped to give it a unique look and a beauty that matches no other flooring. Maine cedar is often one of the most sought after for hardwood flooring and can be found in some of the most prestigious homes in the state.
If you are in the market for quality housing materials, you will want to consider investigating using Maine wood for all your needs. Maine lumber is top quality and is harvested by experts in the industry that can meet all your needs and expectations.
Some great Maine companies that use this natural resource: Woodshed Designs, Freeport Woodworking.
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About The Author: Penny Harmon