National Lumber

Name

National Lumber

Legal name

National Lumber

Website

https://national-lumber.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials Supply and Prefabricated Components Manufacturing

NAICS

Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers (42331), Prefabricated Wood Building Manufacturing (321992), Engineered Wood Member Manufacturing (321215), Custom Architectural Woodwork and Millwork Manufacturing (337212)

SIC

Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030), Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211), Prefabricated Wood Bldgs & Components (2452), Millwood, Veneer, Plywood, & Structural Wood Members (2430)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Materials & Lumber Distribution (CRAOAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Structural & Framing Components Retail (Trusses, Joists, Beams, Engineered Wood) (CRAIAEAJ), Wood Trusses, I-Joists & Framing Components (IMADADAD), Lumber & Timber Retail (Dimensional Lumber, Plywood, OSB) (CRAIAEAA)

Keywords

• Building materials supply
• Prefabricated structural components
• Lumber and hardware retail
• Kitchen cabinetry design
• Installed framing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Mansfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Building Materials Sales: Lumber, hardware, doors, windows, drywall, insulation, roofing, siding, tools, and millwork products sold through 12 retail locations across MA, RI, and CT.
2. Prefabricated Components Manufacturing: Trusses, wall panels, floor systems, and custom prefabricated elements (cupolas, dormers, pergolas, gazebos, porticos) manufactured in-house and delivered to jobsites.
3. Installed Services: Turnkey framing packages with material and labor, Pro Insulators installed insulation, drywall deliveries with boom trucks, and engineering services.
4. Kitchen Views Design Services: Kitchen cabinetry design consultation and sales through 8 showrooms across New England plus flagship Mansfield showroom. Designers provide layout plans and oversee ordering and installation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

National Lumber provides complete building materials from frame to finish, including lumber, hardware, doors, windows, drywall, insulation, roofing, siding, tools, and millwork, sold through 12 retail locations across MA, RI, and CT. The company also manufactures prefabricated structural components (trusses, wall panels, engineered floor systems, pre-cut rafters) and provides in-house engineering, installed framing services, and kitchen/bath design through dedicated showrooms. The integrated offering combines materials supply, component manufacturing, PE-stamped engineering, and installed services for production builders, developers, remodelers, and homeowners.

Product overview

National Lumber, A Builders FirstSource Company, operates as a comprehensive building materials supplier across New England with 12 retail locations in MA, RI, and CT. The company's product portfolio centers on framing materials and services — including READY-FRAME® pre-cut framing packages, precision end trimming, engineered floor systems using I-joists, wall panels, and roof/floor trusses — supplemented by finished building products (drywall, insulation, millwork, windows, doors, paints) and design/build services (installed framing, engineering, kitchen design through Kitchen Views showrooms, Pro Insulators insulation installation). The core offering is a 'frame to finish' model combining manufactured components (trusses, panels, custom prefabrication like cupolas and dormers) with professional services (builder services, project management, deliveries via boom trucks up to 90' reach) for production builders, developers, and remodelers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kitchen Views: Kitchen and bath cabinetry design showroom division with 8 showrooms across New England plus flagship showroom in Mansfield, MA
• National Millwork
• Pro Insulators
• READY-FRAME
• PRO Force

Products and services

• READY-FRAME Computerized pre-cut framing materials cut to 1/16 inch precision with inkjet labeling, optimized material usage, and bundled delivery. Bundles are organized by installation sequence to enable builders to frame 20% faster with reduced waste and fewer on-site errors. Aimed at production builders and custom builders across New England.
• Precision End Trim (PET) Precision cutting service using CNC equipment (Hundegger and HOLTEC systems) to cut I-joists up to 18 inches depth and lumber to 1 millimeter tolerance with planer finish. Each piece is inkjet labeled with position numbers for fast, accurate installation on the jobsite. Available to builders and contractors as part of National Lumber's engineering services.
• Pre-cut Rafters Factory-cut rafters including curved rafters for custom architectural elements, cut to specifications using Hundegger CNC precision equipment. Rafters are inkjet labeled and packaged by valley sets with layouts provided for complicated roofs. Aimed at builders executing custom rafter installations.
• Engineered Floor Systems Complete structural floor plans using I-joists and LVLs with precision end trimming, inkjet labeling, and pre-cut mechanical holes for HVAC, plumbing routing, and duct routing through the floor system. Color-coded installation plans are provided. Designed for builders and developers seeking energy-efficient floor framing with reduced labor.
• Installed Framing Complete turnkey framing packages for large wood frame projects including hotels, multi-unit residential facilities, and commercial buildings. Includes material packages, labor, on-site project management, and cost-saving production. Designed for production builders and developers.
• Pro Insulators Installed insulation specialists division providing fiberglass batts, spray foam, and blown-in fiberglass installation for new construction and retrofitting. Offers building code compliance and OSHA safety compliance for construction projects. Certified installers serving builders and contractors across New England.
• Kitchen Views Design Showrooms Kitchen and bath design showroom division with 8 showrooms across New England plus a flagship showroom in Mansfield, MA. Designers provide cabinetry layout plans, oversee ordering and scheduling, and provide jobsite follow-up. Serves homeowners and builders for kitchen and bathroom renovation projects.
• National Millwork Custom millwork division providing interior and exterior door and window trim, mouldings, columns, and custom millwork fabrication. Uses CAD software and state-of-the-art equipment for precise fabrication. Serves entry-level to high-end home builders and homeowners with consultation services.
• Builder Services Comprehensive building solutions including outside sales representatives, inside sales support for material orders, engineering and design services, accurate material take-offs, custom prefabrication, delivery fleet, and professional contractor programs. Aimed at builders seeking one-stop project support from estimation through delivery.
• Drywall Products and Boom Delivery Complete drywall product line including wallboard, metal studs, fire-rated materials, and specialized products. Features boom truck deliveries with up to 90 feet reach for precise placement of drywall and materials directly into building floors, reducing manual handling labor.
• Pella Windows and Doors Authorized Pella dealer product line offering windows and doors including Architect Series, Pella 250 Series, and Pella Reserve products with features such as Integrated Rolscreen and the Steady Set interior installation system. Available through National Millwork division.
• Andersen Windows and Doors Andersen authorized dealer product line offering 400 Series windows, Architect Series, Narroline, and various door products. Andersen is America's window manufacturer with over 115 years of experience. Products available through the National Millwork division.
• MI Windows and Doors MI Windows and Doors products including casement windows, sliding doors, and various window styles. Offers ENERGY STAR certified products backed by a Lifetime Limited warranty. Available across New England National Lumber locations.
• Valspar Paints Full line of Valspar interior and exterior paints available in Newton, Gardner, and Oxford locations. Includes the Accolade premium paint line at the Newton store. Features color visualizer and extensive color selection. Serves contractors and DIY homeowners.
• PRO Force Remodeler Program Specialized program for remodeling contractors offering member discount pricing, PRO Force Specialists at each location, and bundled services including precut framing, insulation products, custom millwork, drywall delivery, and cabinetry design. Free membership with qualifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Build 20% faster with READY-FRAME pre-cut framing materials with the same crew
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Valspar (Sherwin-Williams)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorValspar paint products available at 3 National Lumber locations (Gardner, Newton, Oxford). Full-line of interior and exterior paints, stains, brushes, and rollers. Newton store also stocks Accolade premium paint line.
• Pella Windows & DoorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized Pella dealer offering full range of windows and doors including Architect Series, 250 Series, and new Steady Set Interior Installation System. National Millwork has manufacturer-trained service providers.
• Andersen Windows & DoorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Andersen's complete product line including 400 Series, Narroline, and Renewal by Andersen. Products available through National Millwork division.
• MI Windows and DoorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized MI dealer across New England locations. Full product line including vinyl windows, patio doors. Products backed by Lifetime Limited warranty.
• Pro Insulators (division of Builders FirstSource)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstalled insulation specialists as a division of Builders FirstSource. Certified installers for fiberglass batts, spray foam, and blown-in fiberglass. Ensures building code and OSHA safety compliance.
• Kitchen ViewscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKitchen design showroom division with 8 showrooms across New England plus flagship in Mansfield. Designers provide cabinetry layout plans, oversee ordering and scheduling, and follow-up on jobsites.
• National MillworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCustom millwork division producing interior and exterior trim, entrance trim, columns, and custom pieces. Uses CAD software and state-of-the-art equipment for precise fabrication.
• Builders FirstSource Truss & Panel (formerly Reliable Truss)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturing division with extensive capabilities in trusses, wall panels, precision end trimming, and custom prefabrication. CNC equipment and 30+ component designers with 2 registered engineers.
• LeadSMART Training SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTraining company teaching CSL renewal courses, EPA RRP, Lead Safe Renovator, and OSHA Construction at National Lumber's Mansfield training room.
• Contractor Coaching PartnershipminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOwned by Mark Paskell; offers CSL licensing, OSHA Fall Protection, EPA RRP, and Insurance Claims training. Approved instructor by MA BBRS.
• Construction Safety Institute of New EnglandminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhil Sheehan teaches CSL renewal courses at National Lumber's Mansfield training room since 2013.
• Construction Supervisor InstituteminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOffers CSL exam prep training with licensed, certified instructors currently practicing in construction and building code.
• Greater Boston Code ConsultantsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLed by Cambridge Building Inspector Peter McLaughlin; offers MA CSL Exam Prep Training.
• Mass Nail ItminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMike Giampietro offers Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License exam preparation with in-class live training.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Builders FirstSource: National Lumber's publicly-traded parent company and the largest U.S. distributor of building products. Directly comparable as it operates the same value chain (manufactured components, installed framing, lumber yards) at national scale, of which National Lumber is the New England region.
• BMC Stock Holdings: Large national building products distributor (now part of Cornerstone Building Brands' distribution platform) with component manufacturing, lumber yards, and installed services across the U.S. Closest direct competitor to BFS at national scale, with overlapping services in structural components and turnkey framing.
• ABC Supply Co. National wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and exterior building products. Compares to National Lumber on the wholesale-distribution-plus-installed-services model for production builders, though ABC Supply is heavier on exteriors and lighter on structural framing.
• Boise Cascade: Public manufacturer and distributor of engineered wood products (I-joists, LVL) and lumber. Comparable on the engineered wood member manufacturing side (overlaps with National Lumber's I-joist and LVL supply, plus Builders FirstSource Truss & Panel production).
• Home Depot Pro: Big-box retailer operating a dedicated Pro contractor fulfillment channel (Pro Xtra) with credit, bulk pricing, and delivery. Competes with National Lumber for small- and mid-sized contractor share in the New England markets where they overlap.

Direct peers

• 84 Lumber: Private national lumber and building materials dealer with component manufacturing (trusses, wall panels, engineered wood) and installed framing services — a near-identical business model to National Lumber's, also emphasizing in-house engineered wood products and turnkey framing packages for production builders.
• US LBM: Private national lumber and building products distributor with a portfolio of regional yards, component manufacturing facilities, and installed services. US LBM directly competes in New England-adjacent markets and matches National Lumber's specialty-yard-plus-manufacturing model.
• Lansing Building Products: Private specialty distributor of exterior building products (windows, siding, millwork, roofing) to professional contractors with an installed-services overlay. Comparable to National Lumber's millwork division and dealer relationships with Pella/Andersen/MI Windows.
• Foundation Building Materials: Specialty distributor of building products (insulation, drywall, ceilings, steel framing) with installed services across the U.S. Comparable to National Lumber's Pro Insulators and Drywall boom-delivery offerings as a specialty-distribution-plus-installation competitor.

Others

• Weyerhaeuser: Public timber REIT and manufacturer of structural lumber, OSB, and engineered wood. Upstream supplier-comparator: Weyerhaeuser produces many of the wood-based raw inputs that National Lumber distributes and re-engineers into framing components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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