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Your Trusted Source for Premium Lumber & Wood Products
Forest Products Associates has been dedicated to providing high-quality lumber and wood products since 1946. Founded by Lee Fiske, a wood technologist with a passion for sustainable forestry, we have maintained a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction for over 75 years. Our extensive inventory includes exotic and domestic lumber, live edge slabs, reclaimed wood, and specialty items, catering to woodworkers, artisans, and builders across Franklin County, MA. Our knowledgeable staff ensures that every customer finds the perfect materials for their projects, whether for personal craftsmanship or large-scale construction. We prioritize sustainability, sourcing all lumber from environmentally responsible suppliers to preserve natural resources. With a grading system that exceeds industry standards, we offer premium selections sorted by quality, ensuring every piece meets our rigorous criteria.Our warehouse in Greenfield, MA, features an organized racking system for easy accessibility, allowing customers to handpick materials tailored to their needs. Over the decades, we have evolved under the leadership of Susan Fiske, who continues to uphold our founding vision of combining expertise with a welcoming, customer-centric experience. We pride ourselves on fostering a community where creativity and craftsmanship thrive, supported by our dedication to quality and innovation. From rare hardwoods to practical construction materials, Forest Products Associates remains a trusted resource for all wood-related needs.
Services
Exotic Lumber
Domestic Lumber
Live Edge Slabs
Reclaimed Wood
Wood Products
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 wood species, including rare exotics and domestic hardwoods.
- Our grading system exceeds industry standards for premium quality selection.
- Sustainably sourced lumber from environmentally responsible suppliers since 1946.
- Knowledgeable staff provides expert guidance for all woodworking projects.
- Extensive inventory includes live edge slabs, reclaimed wood, and specialty items.
What people say
Best selection of BEAUTIFUL wood
Wicked selection of wood
Friendly and helpful staff
Services
Exotic Lumber
We offer a diverse selection of exotic lumber species from around the world, including rare hardwoods like Bubinga, Wenge, and Purpleheart. Our materials are sustainably sourced and available in various thicknesses, from 4/4 to 16/4, to suit both small projects and large-scale construction. Each piece is carefully graded and marked for quality, ensuring customers receive premium wood that meets their specific needs.
Domestic Lumber
Our domestic lumber inventory features high-quality North American hardwoods such as Black Walnut, Cherry, and Maple. These materials are ideal for furniture making, cabinetry, and architectural millwork. We maintain strict quality standards, offering both rough-cut and planed stock in multiple dimensions to accommodate diverse project requirements while supporting local forestry practices.
Live Edge Slabs
Live edge slabs retain the natural contours of the tree, perfect for creating unique tabletops, benches, and decorative pieces. We stock slabs in various species and thicknesses, including 2-inch and 4-inch options. Customers can hand-select pieces from our extensive inventory or schedule a warehouse visit to find their ideal material.
Reclaimed Wood
Our reclaimed wood collection includes antique chestnut, Southern Yellow Pine, and other salvaged materials with historical character. These pieces are ideal for projects requiring aged textures and unique patinas. We carefully process reclaimed wood to maintain its natural beauty while ensuring structural integrity for modern applications.
Wood Products
Beyond lumber, we offer specialty wood products like burls, mantles, and knife handle blanks. Our inventory includes tools and accessories such as wood cleaners, brighteners, and measuring devices. These items cater to woodturners, craftsmen, and DIY enthusiasts seeking unique materials for creative projects.
People
Lee Fiske
Founder
Lee Fiske founded Forest Products Associates in 1946 after earning a Masters in Forestry from Yale University. His expertise in wood technology established the company's commitment to quality and sustainability. Lee's vision created a legacy of excellence in lumber supply.
Susan Fiske
Owner
Susan Fiske has led Forest Products Associates since 2019, continuing her family's tradition of excellence. With a business degree from UMass Amherst, she focuses on maintaining high customer service standards while expanding the company's sustainable practices and product offerings.
Questions
What types of wood do you carry?
We offer over 50 species including exotic hardwoods, domestic lumber, live edge slabs, and reclaimed wood in various thicknesses and grades.
Do you sell reclaimed wood?
Yes, we have reclaimed antique chestnut, Southern Yellow Pine, and other salvaged materials with historical character for unique projects.
Are your products sustainably sourced?
All our lumber comes from environmentally responsible suppliers committed to sustainable forestry practices and resource preservation.
Can I schedule an appointment?
We accommodate off-day appointments for wood emergencies or special scheduling needs by prior arrangement.
Reviews (5)
Don Hayward
Feb 18, 2022
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This place is a treasure. Wonderful, knowledgeable owner and staff. I'm really lucky to have such a resource in my hometown but I'd go here even if it wasn't 10 minutes away.
Alex McKeown
Feb 12, 2022
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Great selection. Straightforward, honest assistance. Bought a large slab of Ash, 22" x 1.5" x 9' - they not only cut it in half for my project (and to get it in the car). They even planed it very, very smooth for a nominal charge ($30 or so). This saved me hours of sanding - well worth it. I'll definitely be coming back for my next project.
Kalpesh Patel
May 26, 2020
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Decided to make live edge river table after watching hundreds of video. This place was start of my journey. Did not know anything about types of woods, ended up learning a lot when I spent half a day at Forest products and chose hard maple slab. I recommend this place.
Sue
May 14, 2020
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I now live in Florida but use to live in MA and I saw a few pieces of wood online that liked. I contacted Sue and she wrapped them up and sent them to me. They arrived here with no problems. The quality of wood that Forest Products has is excellent and their prices are very responsible. I just bought some live edge cherry and I could not have found that size slab, at that quality for that price. Forest Products Associates has long been a hidden gem in MA.
Gail Mengel
Mar 22, 2020
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We are delighted to have discovered Forest Products. Sue has been so helpful and knowledgeable-we learn something every time we go there. Despite the fact that we are small business for her, she always gives us whatever time we need. Her inventory of interesting woods has kept us coming back for more as we construct small and large items to sell at craft shows. Thanks, too, to Chuck for his kind assistance!
