May 2019 WOM | Redwood Burl is rich, warm and full of character. Burl veneer is produced from large, wart-like growths on the trunk of the tree. Burls grow below the soil line on Redwood, usually within 10 feet from the soil surface. Most notably used in automotive dashboards, Redwood Burl is also a perfect choice for aircraft and yacht building, as well as high end furniture. Contact our friendly and knowledgeable sales team by emailing sales@mbveneer.com with questions or comments.

Fun fact: This species includes the tallest living trees on Earth, reaching up to 379 feet (115.5 m) in height and up to 29.2 feet (8.9 m) in diameter. These trees are also among the oldest living things on Earth. The oldest known coast redwood is about 2,200 years old; many others in the wild exceed 600 years. (Source: The Gymnosperm Database, Earle, Christopher J., ed. (2018))

A warm congratulations is in order to Bart of @newportwoodworks (Instagram tag) in Newport, Kentucky. Bart is our winner of the Instagram African Padauk Slab Earth Day Giveaway! 🌏

His name was drawn on Earth Day and he was able to visit us this morning for a tour of our lumber warehouses. He comes from a family of 7 children. With spouses, nieces and nephews, his family has grown to more than 20 family members!

He plans on gifting the finished slab as a large dining room table to his parents, where several members of the family can gather for meals.

We’re excited for Bart and look forward to seeing the finished table in the future.

Thank you to everyone who entered the #bohlkegiveaway on Instagram! Follow us on Instagram @mbohlkecorp to see behind the scenes, fun photos and to learn more about us.

We have an exciting Friday announcement: Our Earth Day Instagram exclusive giveaway is live and accepting entries! Join us on Instagram by following @mbohlkecorp

We want you to give this beautiful African Padauk live edge slab a second life! Its measurements are 10.07′ long x 38.58″ wide x 2.56″ thick, priced at $1,500. We will choose one winner on Earth Day, April 22, and announced shortly after. Shipping will be covered if shipped within the Continental U.S. (shipping charges will apply to outside of the Continental U.S.) The giveaway entry period CLOSES Sunday, April 21, 2019 at 11:59 P.M. EST.

TO ENTER: 1. Follow us @mbohlkecorp 2. Like this original post on our Instagram feed 3. Repost this original post on your IG feed with the tag #bohlkegiveaway

Be sure to meet all Instagram giveaway entry requirements and GOOD LUCK!

Mar-Apr 2019 Lumber Lowdown | Explore fine hardwoods from Africa and read some tips on working Wenge. From Afrormosia to Zebrano, M. Bohlke Lumber has a large selection in square edge lumber of African species. We list them all for you in our latest issue of Lumber Lowdown.

Working Wenge extended: Visit The Wood Database for more tips, tricks and lively discussion.

March 2019 WOM | Myrtle Cluster wood veneer is a good choice for high end furniture, as well as interior trim and cabinetry. M. Bohlke Corp. has Furniture grades available for purchase that will make heads turn and create lasting impressions. Do you have an interest in having this unique wood veneer look for your next project? Contact our knowledgeable M. Bohlke Corp. sales team at sales@mbveneer.com with questions or comments.

Fun fact: California Bay Laurel isn’t the source of “bay leaves” used in cooking. But the leaves are sometimes used as a substitute. True bay leaves come from another species entirely: Laurus nobilis (True Laurel, or Bay Laurel).

MB News Spring 2019: Recent news from M. Bohlke Corp.

Tapping Resources Responsibly – The 2018-2019 logging season was rife with wet weather. These wet conditions affect many factors in our industry and can cause price spikes.

Hidden Treasure: Rare Live Edge Slab – We highlight one of our beautiful live edge slabs available for purchase.

Read our Spring 2019 newsletter to learn how M. Bohlke Corp. tackled last year’s troublesome weather and to see one of our Hidden Treasures. Be sure to like and follow us on Facebook to stay connected with us throughout the year!

We’ve chosen Fumed Willow (also referred to as Aspen or Grissard) as our February Wood of the Month. This veneer’s warm tones add an element of coziness to any environment, modern or otherwise. Interested to learn more? Check out further details about the species through The Wood Database and contact our M. Bohlke Corp. team at sales@mbveneer.com for inquiries. We’ll be in touch with you soon!

Jan-Feb 2019 Lumber Lowdown | M. Bohlke Lumber new arrivals include beautiful, highly figured Purple Heart live-edge slabs & boules. The Purple Heart slabs will be priced and ready for purchase very soon!

Along with Purple Heart products, we are also spotlighting our Tigerwood slabs and square edge lumber, as well as a very special, one-of-a-kind Koa slab. Check out the Jan-Feb 2019 edition of Lumber Lowdown to view these products and more! You can also learn more about Koa through The Wood Database to become more familiar with the species.