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August 12, 2004

Construction Industry Spotlight: Tight wood market entices counterfeiters

  • Untested and uncertified engineered wood products are coming to the U.S. from South America, Europe and China.
    • By SAM BENNETT
    Journal Staff Reporter

    Photos courtesy APA-The Engineered Wood Association
    With more engineered wood being used in construction, contractors should be aware of uncertified products.

    Historically low interest rates have helped fuel the housing boom, but consumer demand for new construction and remodeling has also raised concerns about the quality of wood going into these projects.


     
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