Exterior Wood, Inc.

What Exterior Wood, Inc. does

Exterior Wood, Inc. is a wholesale pressure-treated wood producer operating as a division of Taiga Building Products, a privately controlled Canadian building products distributor headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. The company operates a treatment facility on a 14-acre site in Washougal, Washington, situated between the Columbia River and the northern hills, where it receives raw lumber from regional producers, inspects and grades each piece, and applies specialized preservative treatments before distributing finished products to retailers across thirteen western U.S. states and Canada.

The company's core technology is pressure-based wood preservation using multiple treatment chemistries, including copper-based CA-C preservatives (Wolmanized®), chromated copper arsenate (CCA) for heavy-duty agricultural, pole, and ground-contact applications, borate (SBX/X-BOR®) for interior and weather-shielded uses, and FRX® exterior fire retardant treatment that retains a flame spread index of less than 25 after accelerated weathering. Its product portfolio spans All Purpose Lumber (APCL) for structural use, Elite Decking® premium Douglas Fir decking with a lifetime warranty against fungal decay and termites, fencing products, landscape ties, treated plywood, Permanent Wood Foundation (PWF) materials, and pole barn stock.

Revenue is generated exclusively through B2B wholesale distribution to retailers and lumber yards, with the company explicitly not selling directly to contractors or homeowners. Distribution is supported by an owned truck fleet with regular deliveries across the thirteen-state western territory, supplemented by outside carriers for longer routes. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Certifications include AWPA Use Category listings (UC1 through UC4B) and National Evaluation Service report ESR-1721, providing model building code acceptance for residential and structural applications.

Name

Exterior Wood, Inc.

Legal name

Exterior Wood, Inc.

Website

https://exteriorwood.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Exterior Wood, Inc. is a wholesale pressure-treated wood producer operating a 14-acre treatment facility in Washougal, WA as a division of Taiga Building Products, distributing Wolmanized, Elite Decking, FRX, and X-BOR products to retailers across thirteen western U.S. states via its own truck fleet.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pressure Treated Lumber / Building Materials

NAICS

Wood Preservation (321114), Sawmills and Wood Preservation (3211), Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers (42331)

SIC

Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400), Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030)

akta.pro primary industry

Wood Preservation & Pressure Treatment (IMAMABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Treated Wood & Preserved Timber Products (IMADADAE), Wood Decking, Fencing & Outdoor Lumber Products (IMADADAF), Wood Treatment & Specialty Preservatives (IMAEABAO)

Keywords

• Pressure treated lumber
• Treated wood products
• Wood preservation treatments
• Building materials distribution
• Fire retardant wood

Headquarters

HQ city

Washougal

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Lumber Distribution: One-time product sales of pressure treated lumber and wood products to retailers and distributors across the western United States. Products include dimensional lumber, timbers, decking, fencing, plywood, and specialty treated wood. Revenue generated through bulk sales to B2B customers rather than individual consumer transactions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Exterior Wood, Inc. pressure-treats dimensional lumber, timbers, decking, fencing, plywood, and specialty wood products at its Washougal, WA facility using copper-based, CCA, borate, and fire retardant preservative systems, then distributes the finished treated lumber exclusively at wholesale to retailers and lumber yards across the western United States and Canada. Products carry warranties for residential applications and meet AWPA standards and model building code requirements for above-ground, ground-contact, and in-ground structural uses.

Product overview

Exterior Wood, Inc. (operating as Taiga Exterior Wood) offers a comprehensive portfolio of pressure treated wood products for wholesale distribution. The core product line includes All Purpose Lumber (APCL) for structural applications, Elite Decking (premium Douglas Fir decking with lifetime warranty), Wolmanized Residential Outdoor Wood, and specialized offerings such as CCA Treated Rounds for poles and posts, Fencing Products, and Landscape Ties. Fire protection is addressed through Fire Retardant Treated (FRT) Wood for interior use and FRX Exterior Fire Retardant Treated Wood for outdoor applications. Additional specialized products include X-BOR Borate Treatment Wood for interior use, Treated Plywood, Permanent Wood Foundation (PWF) products, and Pole Barn Stock for agricultural construction. The company operates a treating plant in Washougal, WA and distributes across 13 western U.S. states through a network of retail locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wolmanized: Copper-based preservative treated wood products for above-ground, ground contact and in-ground structural use, featuring limited lifetime warranty for residential applications.
• Elite Decking
• FRX
• X-BOR

Products and services

• All Purpose Lumber (APCL) Pressure treated lumber and timbers for above-ground, ground-contact, and in-ground structural use, treated with copper-based preservatives and fungicides for termite and decay resistance, with a limited lifetime warranty for most residential applications. Sold wholesale to retailers for decks, retaining walls, fences, picnic tables, planter boxes, walkways, sill plates, and structural members.
• Elite Decking Premium pressure treated decking using hand-selected Douglas Fir stained with Wolmanized CA-C treatment, offering a lifetime warranty against fungal decay and termites and a 20+ year lifespan per Western Wood Products Association data. Sold wholesale to retailers for residential deck construction.
• Wolmanized Residential Outdoor Wood Pressure treated lumber carrying a limited lifetime warranty for as long as the owner occupies the home or farm, protected against rot, decay, and termite damage. Distributed wholesale for residential outdoor construction applications.
• CCA Treated Rounds Pressure-treated round poles, piles, and posts using CCA preservative for protection from termites and fungal decay, available in 3" to 6" diameters. Sold wholesale for agricultural, structural, and ground-contact applications.
• Fencing Products Pressure treated fencing lumber in Hem-Fir S4S, available in multiple sizes with optional Cedartone stain, sold wholesale for outdoor fence construction.
• Landscape Ties Treated landscape timbers available in 4x6 and 6x6 sizes, with or without Cedartone treatment, sold wholesale for landscaping and garden applications.
• Fire Retardant Treated (FRT) Wood Interior Interior fire retardant treated wood that reduces flame spread and smoke development while maintaining structural strength during fire exposure; non-corrosive at high humidity. Sold wholesale for interior construction where fire code compliance is required.
• FRX Exterior Fire Retardant Treated Wood Exterior fire retardant treated wood that retains fire retardancy when exposed to weather, maintaining flame spread indexes below 25 after ASTM D-2898 accelerated weathering testing. Can be combined with non-combustible materials for insurance advantages. Sold wholesale for weather-exposed construction.
• X-BOR Borate Treatment Wood Pressure-impregnated wood with SBX borate preservative for interior and weather-shielded applications, providing protection against termites, rot, decay, and cockroaches. Listed in AWPA standards for UC1 and UC2 use categories. Sold wholesale for enclosed construction.
• Treated Plywood CDX and other plywood grades treated with CA-C preservative to UC4A standards (0.15 retention), available in thicknesses from 3/8" to 3/4". Sold wholesale for structural sheathing applications.
• Permanent Wood Foundation (PWF) Treated wood foundation products meeting UC4B standards with CCA treatment at 0.60 retention, including CCX P&TS and UDL FF T&G plywood. Sold wholesale for permanent residential wood foundation systems with manufacturer warranty.
• Pole Barn Stock Rough Hem-Fir lumber treated to UC4B standards with CCA 0.60 retention for agricultural pole barn construction, available in sizes from 4x6 through 8x8. Sold wholesale for farm and agricultural building applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Treated wood lasts 10x longer than untreated product
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Timber Products Company: Pacific Northwest wood products manufacturer producing treated lumber, veneer, and specialty wood products. Direct regional peer sharing similar species sourcing, treatment technologies, and Western U.S. distribution channels.
• Sierra Pacific Industries: Major vertically integrated Western US lumber manufacturer with extensive in-house treating operations covering Douglas Fir and Hem-Fir species. Directly competes with Exterior Wood's Pacific Northwest treated-lumber product mix and shares similar species, treatment chemistry, and geographic footprint.
• Koppers Holdings Inc. Publicly traded wood preservation company operating pressure-treating plants and pole treating facilities across North America. Direct competitor in CCA and fire-retardant treated lumber markets with overlapping product categories including utility poles, residential treated lumber, and railroad ties.

Regional players

• Western Forest Products Inc. Canadian lumber manufacturer focused on Western Canadian species and coastal markets, with secondary distribution into the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Regional peer with comparable treated lumber potential but primarily serving Canadian customers and U.S. importers rather than competing head-to-head with Exterior Wood's 13-state retailer network.

Broad incumbents

• Boise Cascade Company: Publicly traded manufacturer and distributor of engineered wood products, plywood, and lumber across Western US and beyond. Broader building products incumbent whose distribution network overlaps Exterior Wood's Pacific Northwest retail customer base.
• LP Building Solutions: Publicly traded manufacturer of engineered wood building products including siding, sheathing, and treated lumber products. Broader incumbent in residential and light commercial construction materials with overlapping treated-wood product lines.
• PotlatchDeltic Corporation: Publicly traded timber REIT and lumber manufacturer with significant Pacific Northwest and Southern U.S. operations producing dimensional lumber and treated wood products. Broader incumbent with overlapping species sourcing and treated lumber capacity.
• Weyerhaeuser Company: One of the world's largest private owners of timberlands and a major producer of lumber, engineered wood, and building products. Broader incumbent in the wood products value chain with treated lumber exposure through distribution and downstream partnerships.
• UFP Industries: Large publicly traded building products manufacturer with significant treated lumber, decking, and fencing operations across North America. Broader incumbent portfolio spans commodity lumber to manufactured building components, with pressure-treated wood as a core category competing with Exterior Wood at national retailer counters.

Others

• Lonza Wood Protection: Division of Lonza Group (formerly Arch Chemicals) that licenses the Wolmanized wood preservative technology used by Exterior Wood and supplies CA-C, CCA, and borate treatment chemicals industry-wide. Not a direct competitor but the upstream technology enabler and chemistry licensor for much of Exterior Wood's product line.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

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