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Blog - Builders' Carpentry And Joinery

Truss Import in United States Skyrocket 16%, Averaging $2.5M in March 2023
Truss Import in United States Skyrocket 16%, Averaging $2.5M in March 2023
May 14, 2023
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In value terms, truss imports soared to $2.5M in March 2023.
Wood Window and Door Import in America Decreases by 3% to 1.3M Units in January 2023
Wood Window and Door Import in America Decreases by 3% to 1.3M Units in January 2023
Mar 29, 2023
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This article analyzes the import trends of wood windows and doors in the United States. As of January 2023, the imports contracted to 1.3M units, showing a mild downturn trend. Mexico was the top supplier with a 43% share of the total imports. The average monthly rate of growth for Mexico stood at +3.1%. In terms of value, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil accounted for 70% of total imports. The wood window and door price amounted to $74.8 per unit, and the most significant rate of growth was attained by Canada. Overall, the imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.
The Best Markets for Exporting Lumber: Key Statistics and Insights
The Best Markets for Exporting Lumber: Key Statistics and Insights
Feb 26, 2023
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China, Japan, US, South Korea, India and United Arab Emirates are some of the best markets for exporting lumber. Learn about their import values and market size projections for the coming years.
Australia's Sawnwood Price Skyrockets 18% to $290 per Cubic Meter After Bottoming in July
Australia's Sawnwood Price Skyrockets 18% to $290 per Cubic Meter After Bottoming in July
Dec 12, 2022
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In August 2022, the sawnwood price stood at $290 per cubic meter (CIF, Australia), jumping by 18% against the previous month.
Germany's Prefabricated Building Imports Peak at $822M
Germany's Prefabricated Building Imports Peak at $822M
Feb 17, 2022
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In 2020, the number of prefabricated buildings imported into Germany skyrocketed to 317M units, increasing by 15% compared with the previous year's figure. In value terms, purchases surged from $698M to $822M. 
U.S. Imports of Wood Windows and Doors Soar Sharply to $869M
U.S. Imports of Wood Windows and Doors Soar Sharply to $869M
Feb 11, 2022
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In 2020, U.S. imports of wood windows and doors skyrocketed to 15M units, with an increase of 18% compared with 2019 figures. In value terms, supplies expanded sharply from $762M to $869M. 
Austria's Wooden Joinery Exports Surpass Record $1.6B
Austria's Wooden Joinery Exports Surpass Record $1.6B
Dec 29, 2021
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The demand for Austrian products in the global wooden joinery market is gaining momentum. In Q1-Q3 2021, Austria exported 863K tons of wooden carpentry worth 1.6B, setting a new record. Compared to the same period in 2020, its supplies grew by 15% in physical terms and 49% in monetary terms. Increased sales to Italy, Germany, and France shaped the most significant impact on the total value growth. Among the top ten buyers, the U.S. recorded the most prominent spike in purchases of wooden joinery from Austria, boosting imports from $11M to $28M over the period under review.
Lumber Prices Decrease in the U.S. but Stay High in Other Countries, Causing Significant Upheaval in the Global Market
Lumber Prices Decrease in the U.S. but Stay High in Other Countries, Causing Significant Upheaval in the Global Market
Aug 19, 2021
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American lumber prices have decreased threefold, closing in on pre-COVID levels, which should drive global prices down. The change in lumber prices is largely influenced by slumping demand for real estate which became more expensive from diminished access. In Russia, the world’s largest supplier, a sharp increase in lumber exports led to a shortage in the domestic market. Attempting to hold the price growth instigated by that, the Russian government implemented 10% export duties on lumber until the end of 2021. Due to this, the main importers of Russian goods may opt for other suppliers.
The Pandemic Deepens the Slowdown of the American Wood Window and Door Market
The Pandemic Deepens the Slowdown of the American Wood Window and Door Market
Oct 1, 2020
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After six years of growth, the U.S. wood window and door market decreased by -2.1% to $12.2B in 2019. The market...
Sawnwood Market in the Middle East Lost its Growth Momentum
Sawnwood Market in the Middle East Lost its Growth Momentum
Feb 4, 2020
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The revenue of the sawnwood market in the Middle East amounted to $1.7B in 2018, coming down by -4% against the previous year. After peaking at $2B in 2014, the growth of the sawnwood market failed to regain its strength through to 2018.
Wood Window and Door Market in the USA - Key Insights
Wood Window and Door Market in the USA - Key Insights
Jul 3, 2019
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The revenue of the wood window and door market in the U.S. amounted to $13.3B in 2018, increasing by 7.2% against the prev...
European Prefabricated Buildings Market to Increase Steadily
European Prefabricated Buildings Market to Increase Steadily
Jul 24, 2018
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From 2007 to 2016, the EU prefabricated buildings market showed a mixed trend pattern. A significant drop in 2008 (-X% Y-o-Y) was followed by a gradual increase over the next three years until it plunged again in 2013 (-X% Y-o-Y). 
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