In an effort to enhance our voice, NHLA has partnered with a variety of industry associations to strengthen our presence and stretch our reach into the consumer and international markets.

The Hardwood Council promotes the Hardwood Industry to architects and building design professionals. The council representatives attend and exhibit at various design tradeshows and conducts a lecture series “Lunch ‘N Learns” that target groups such as architectural firms and ASID members. These promotional efforts support the growing use of hardwoods in esthetic and architectural applications, especially applied to green building.

The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) is the leading international trade association for the American Hardwood Industry, representing companies and trade associations engaged in the export of a full range of U.S. hardwood products, including – lumber, veneer, plywood, flooring, moulding and dimension materials. NHLA works closely with AHEC in educating hardwood buyers on the NHLA grading rules.

Industry Information

Associations of which NHLA is a member

Partner Associations

Industry Resources