Timber isn't just something we use for homes, floors, and furniture. It's also incredibly good for our health! Here's what you need to know!
What to Look for in a Forest Management Company
What to Look for in a Forest Management Company You’ve decided you need a forest management company. Whether you’re reaching out for help regarding cutting out some dead or unwanted trees or harvesting trees for profit, it’s always best to be completely sure you know what your end goal is before reaching out to a...
How to Get the Most Out of Your Timber Harvesting in Pennsylvania
How to Get the Most Out of Your Timber Harvesting in Pennsylvania If you’ve had land or have recently acquired land with wooded areas, you may be thinking about harvesting your timber, especially if you live in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is known for its beautiful forests which attract wildlife. When these trees go through their life...
What Can You Do With Rough Lumber?
What Can You Do With Rough Lumber? When you hear the word lumber, you probably think of dimensional lumber rather than rough lumber. Dimensional lumber is the kind of wood you would see ready to buy on the shelf of a home improvement store. It is smooth and has rounded edges, perfect for immediate use. While...
The Benefits of Forestry Management
The Benefits of Forestry Management Ever visited Pennsylvania? Then, much like its residents, you’re probably also in awe of the beautiful wooded areas and mountains full of greenery that the state is known for. After all, it was nicknamed “Penn’s Woods,” by William Penn so many years ago. Did you know that without forestry management,...
What is the Best Wood for Outdoor Projects?
What is the Best Wood for Outdoor Projects? Not all woods are created equal. That said, each type of wood has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is best to read all of the options and then make a decision based on your needs. While no wood is completely immune from rotting or bug infestation,...
Should You Sell Your Timber?
A great way to help out your community and help businesses produce goods is to sell your timber. That said, harvesting and selling your timber sustainably can provide you even more benefits. At Green Ridge Forest Products, we promote and deliver forestry management services that are sustainable and that help timber owners understand the benefits...
How to Identify a Tree’s Species
How to Identify a Tree's Species Pennsylvania is home to many types of tree species, especially in heavily wooded areas. Are you curious as to what types of trees are on your property? We’ve compiled a list of some of the most common tree varieties found in Pennsylvania. See how many different types of common...
What Factors Affect Timber Prices?
What Factors Affect Timber Prices? Timber prices are important for prospective sellers who’d like to know the right price - and time - at which they can fell their trees. We at Green Ridge are often asked by sellers why timber prices fluctuate throughout the year. Our answer always has been that it depends on...
The Most Suitable Wood for Your Interior Construction Projects
Timber isn't just something we use for homes, floors, and furniture. It's also incredibly good for our health! Here's what you need to know!