AllTradesJournal

Wood

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Split image contrasting stable framing lumber with declining hardwood flooring sales, illustrating market shifts in construction materials for 2026.
Materials

Wood Types in Construction: Market Trends for 2026

Hardwood flooring sales plummeted 22.

Kyle Brenner·August 1, 2026
Massive Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels being lifted by cranes on a construction site, highlighting rapid and efficient building.
Materials

What is the difference between hardwood, softwood, and engineered lumber?

Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) panels, a form of engineered lumber, now reach lengths up to 20 meters, enabling rapid construction of massive structures.

Kyle Brenner·June 8, 2026