For expert tips and ideas on everything "wood", check out the "The Wood Whisperer" blog! A last minute gift idea for the woodworker in the family may be this movie he recently reviewed - "Woodshop". A bit on the cheesy, corny side, but for those into wood, it might be a good laugh!http://thewoodwhisperer.com/woodshop-the-movie/

DIY Home Energy Assessment

The last thing we want to think about during the holidays is another project around the house.  However, taking the time to do a home energy assessment can potentially save you some serious cash in the New Year.  Check out the Dept. of Energy's DIY tips; many utility companies also offer in-home assessments for a small fee.

Honeysuckle!

Honeysuckle has officially been declared the color for 2011.  So how can one possibly incorporate this color into wood?  Check out this picture!  Beautiful white wainscot combined with a great pink color wall and green accents!

Building or Renovating your home this year?

Click here to check out tips from Builder Magazine on the top products to consider!

Thanks to Frugal Farmhouse Design for mentioning our Eastern White Pine flooring! We look forward to seeing pictures of your finished kitchen. Be sure to check out Lori's blog and her shop (The White Flower Farmhouse) to see her beautiful designs!

This holiday season give the woodworker or do-it-yourselfer in the family a head start on their projects with a gift certificate to Wightman Specialty Woods!

There are no restrictions or expiration dates on our gift certificates in case that New Year's project doesn't get started as soon as the ball drops!

Get in the spirit of the season by making a wreath!

Wreaths are easy to make and don't have to cost a lot of money - you can find many parts of your wreath from your own backyard (pine cones, evergreens, holly bushes) or from decorations you already have (ribbons, bows, dried flowers) - the possibilities are endless!
Click here to learn more!

The holiday season has arrived!

Do you know which state is the top producer of Christmas trees in the U.S.?
Oregon! (though New York is in the top ten)