Lumber

Lumber is the name used, generally in North America, for wood that has been cut into boards or other shapes for the purpose of woodworking or construction. For a different use of the word in Britain, see lumber room.

History and geography

Lumber was one of the first industries in the United States. Maine was an early leading producer, however, later expansion led to Oregon, Washington, and California assuming the lead in domestic lumber production. Logging, the felling and preparation of trees for lumber was a related frontier industry; various tales of lumberjacks were a substantial portion of a certain chapter in North American folklore.

Related Topics:
Maine - Oregon - Washington - California - Logging - Lumberjack

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