Arbor Wood Co.
Arbor Wood Co. is a Duluth, Minnesota-based manufacturer of chemical-free thermally modified wood (Thermowood®) used for cladding, decking, dimensional lumber, and sauna applications, sold to architects, builders, developers, and sauna manufacturers across the US and Canada.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2012
- HeadquartersDuluth, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Arbor Wood Co. does
Arbor Wood Co. is a Duluth, Minnesota-based manufacturer of thermally modified wood products sold under the Thermowood® brand. Founded in 2012, the company uses a chemical-free process applying only heat and steam to enhance dimensional stability (up to 60% reduced expansion/contraction), decay resistance, and aesthetic depth across species including Ash, Pine, and Poplar. Its core product lines are Cladding, Decking, Dimensional Lumber, and a Sauna Collection, with specialized sub-brands (BRNSH Shou Sugi Ban-inspired charring, Elmnt brushed White Oil, Natrl natural finish) and accessories including the GRAD hidden clip-on rail system. Through a partnership with Chemco, Inc., the company also offers SaferWood Thermex-FR fire retardant treated products delivering Class A fire rating and California WUI Chapter 7A compliance.
The company operates a hybrid go-to-market combining enterprise field sales targeting architects, designers, and developers with AIA-accredited CEU presentations, channel partnerships (including General Woodcraft Inc. for national distribution and sauna manufacturers Cedar & Stone, New Primitive, and Harbor Saunas), an authorized dealer network with website-based locator, and direct factory sales with FCA delivery from Duluth. Pricing is quote-based, with full payment required for orders under $5,000 and progressive deposit/Net 30 terms for larger orders. Products qualify for LEED v5 Materials and Resources Credit MRc4 and align with WELL, BREEAM, Living Building Challenge, and Green Star certification programs.
Arbor Wood Co. acquired EcoVantage LLC, a domestic thermally modified wood manufacturer, in January 2024 to expand production capacity and research capabilities. Its customer base spans hospitality (Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, Under Canvas), commercial (Amazon DII5, Del Rey Campus, Minnesota Power/ALLETE), government (Northglenn City Hall), education (Bell Museum, Anthony Timberlands Center at University of Arkansas), and residential segments. Notable project scale includes the Town Branch Development in Bentonville, AR—over 600,000 linear feet across 26 buildings and 360 units, described as the largest thermally modified wood installation in the US. The company is privately held, employs 11-50 people, and serves US and Canadian markets.
Arbor Wood Co. firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Arbor Wood Co.
- Legal name
- Arbor Wood Co.
- Website
- https://arborwoodco.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2012
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Arbor Wood Co. is a Duluth, Minnesota-based manufacturer of chemical-free thermally modified wood (Thermowood®) used for cladding, decking, dimensional lumber, and sauna applications, sold to architects, builders, developers, and sauna manufacturers across the US and Canada.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Arbor Wood Co. industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Thermally Modified Wood Products
- NAICS
- Wood Preservation (321114)
- SIC
- Lumber & Wood Products (No Furniture) (2400)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Treated Wood & Preserved Timber Products (IMADADAE)
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Where Arbor Wood Co. is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Duluth
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Arbor Wood Co. business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Thermally Modified Wood Product Sales: Sale of thermally modified wood products including cladding, decking, dimensional lumber, and sauna products. Products are sold through direct sales, dealer network, and distribution partners. Pricing appears quote-based with payment terms including 50% down, balance at ship, and Net 30 options.
- Fire Retardant Treated Wood Products: Products treated with SaferWood Thermex-FR fire retardant treatment are sold as premium option. Treatment provides permanent, one-time protection meeting code requirements for WUI zones and fire-rated applications.
- Professional Services / CEU Training: AIA-accredited continuing education unit presentations for architects and designers on thermally modified wood and fire retardant treatments.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Standard orders under $5,000 |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Standard orders $5,000 and above |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Custom project pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
Arbor Wood Co. product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Arbor Wood Co. manufactures and sells Thermowood® thermally modified wood products — including exterior cladding, outdoor decking, dimensional lumber, and sauna-specific wood — produced via a proprietary chemical-free heat-and-steam process. Offerings span multiple species (Ash, Pine, Poplar), specialty finishes (BRNSH burned & brushed, Elmnt brushed, Natrl natural), a fire-retardant treated option (SaferWood Thermex-FR), and the GRAD hidden fastener system.
Product overview
Arbor Wood Co. is a manufacturer of Thermowood® thermally modified wood products using a chemical-free process of heat and steam. The product portfolio consists of four core product lines: Cladding (exterior siding), Decking (outdoor flooring), Dimensional Lumber (architectural millwork and trim), and Sauna Collection. The company offers specialized sub-brands including BRNSH (burned & brushed Shou Sugi Ban style), Elmnt (brushed texture), and Natrl (natural finish). An add-on module, SaferWood Thermex-FR, provides fire retardant treatment through a partnership with Chemco, Inc. for WUI-compliant applications. The GRAD hidden clip-on rail system serves as an accessory for deck installations. Products are available in three wood species (Ash, Pine, Poplar) with various finishes including Clear Oil, Black Oil, Brown Oil, White Oil, and No Finish.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ThermoWood: A registered trademark brand for Arbor Wood Co.'s thermally modified wood product line used for cladding, decking, and dimensional lumber applications.
- BRNSH
- GRAD
Products and services
- Thermowood Cladding Exterior siding products made from thermally modified wood (Ash, Pine, Poplar) available in multiple finishes including natural, burned, and brushed styles with Nickel Gap or Tongue & Groove profiles. Used by architects, builders, and developers for residential and commercial exteriors.
- Thermowood Decking Outdoor decking materials made from thermally modified Ash and Pine with enhanced durability, rot resistance, and dimensional stability. Available in grooved and non-grooved profiles with hidden fastener options. Used for residential and commercial outdoor flooring.
- Dimensional Lumber Thermally modified dimensional lumber in various profiles (1x2 through 4x4) suitable for architectural millwork, trim, and interior applications. Made from Ash, Poplar, and Pine species and targeted at architects and millwork shops.
- Sauna Collection Specialized thermally modified wood products designed for sauna applications, including Thermo-D (interior/exterior) and Thermo-S (interior only) collections in Ash, Poplar, and Pine with various finish options. Targeted at sauna manufacturers and premium hospitality projects.
- SaferWood Thermex-FR (Fire Retardant Treated Wood) Fire retardant treated thermally modified wood offering Class A fire rating, sold through a partnership with Chemco, Inc.'s SaferWood (the only FRTW to pass California's 10-year Natural Outdoor Weathering test). Used for exterior and interior cladding, decking, and dimensional lumber where WUI or fire-rated building code compliance is required.
- BRNSH Collection (Burned & Brushed Thermowood) Burned & Brushed product line featuring thermally modified Southern Yellow Pine with Shou Sugi Ban-inspired charring technique, available in Black Oil and Brown Oil finishes. Targeted at architects and designers seeking distinctive textured exterior and interior cladding aesthetics.
- Elmnt Collection (Brushed Texture Thermowood) Brushed texture product line featuring thermally modified Pine with White Oil finish for interior and exterior applications. Targeted at architects and designers specifying distinctive textured finishes.
- Natrl Collection (Natural Finish Thermowood) Natural finish thermally modified wood products showcasing the inherent beauty of the wood with minimal surface treatment, available in Ash, Pine, and Poplar species. Targeted at architects and designers specifying natural wood aesthetics.
- GRAD Hidden Clip-On Rail Deck Fastener System Hidden clip-on rail fastening system for Arbor Wood Co. decking installations, providing clean visual appearance and secure attachment. Sold as a complementary installation accessory for the decking product line.
- AIA-Accredited CEU Education Presentations AIA-accredited continuing education unit (CEU) presentations covering thermally modified wood and fire retardant treatments, delivered to architects and designers as a professional education and specification-support service.
Quantifiable outcome
- Dimensional stability increased by up to 60% compared to untreated wood
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Arbor Wood Co.
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Arbor Wood Co. technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Arbor Wood Co. partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- General Woodcraft Inc.coreDistribution partnership to expand access to domestically produced ThermoWood products across the United States. General Woodcraft Inc. adds Arbor Wood Co.'s thermally modified wood line to its portfolio of sustainable building materials, with distribution covering both the east and west coasts. The partnership aligns with both companies' growth strategies and responds to increasing demand for environmentally responsible construction materials.
- EcoVantage LLCcoreAcquisition of EcoVantage LLC, a manufacturer of thermally modified wood products, as part of expansion strategy. The transaction aims to increase production capacity and research capabilities, consolidating leadership in the domestic thermally modified wood industry. Both companies are focused on environmentally responsible and sustainable building materials.
- SaferWood (Chemco, Inc.)corePartnership with SaferWood Thermex-FR by Chemco, Inc. to offer fire retardant treated thermally modified wood products. SaferWood is the only FRTW in the world to pass California's 10-year Natural Outdoor Weathering test. Products meet IBC, IRC, IWUIC requirements and California WUI Chapter 7A compliance.
- Cedar & Stone Nordic SaunacoreSauna manufacturing partner using Arbor Wood Co. thermally modified wood products for custom sauna builds. Products include ash decking, siding, and trim for various sauna applications. Cedar & Stone Nordic Sauna operates floating sauna in Duluth harbor and has projects at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis and Nordlys Lodging.
- New PrimitiveminorSauna manufacturing partner utilizing Arbor Wood Co. thermally modified wood products for custom sauna constructions.
- Harbor SaunasminorSauna manufacturing partner utilizing Arbor Wood Co. thermally modified wood products for custom sauna constructions.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Arbor Wood Co. competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Accoya: Manufacturer of acetylated radiata pine modified wood with similar performance claims (dimensional stability, durability, decay resistance). Competes in the same architectural specification channel for sustainable, chemical-free wood applications.
- Kebony: Norwegian manufacturer of modified wood using an acetylation process for decking, cladding, and roofing. Direct competitor in the premium modified wood category, targeting the same architectural specification community and green building projects.
- Lunawood: Finnish manufacturer of thermally modified wood (Thermowood) for exterior cladding, decking, and interior applications. Pioneered the Thermowood classification and competes directly with Arbor Wood in the architectural specification market, particularly in sauna and outdoor applications.
- Thermory: Estonian-founded manufacturer of thermally modified wood for decking, cladding, and sauna applications. Direct competitor with similar heat-only modification process, premium positioning, and architectural specification focus across North America and Europe.
- Westwood Thermo: Canadian manufacturer of thermally modified wood for decking and siding applications. Direct competitor in the North American thermally modified wood market with similar premium positioning.
- Realcedar (Cedar Valley Millwork): Manufacturer and supplier of cedar siding and specialty exterior wood products. Competes with Arbor Wood in the architectural cladding market, particularly for residential and light commercial projects seeking natural wood exteriors.
- Nova USA Wood: US-based supplier of thermally modified wood products including decking, siding, and dimensional lumber. Competes directly with Arbor Wood in the domestic thermally modified wood market, targeting architects and builders.
Broad incumbents
- The AZEK Company: Manufacturer of engineered polymer decking, trim, and molding products. Broad incumbent competing for outdoor decking and trim applications through retail channels, representing a key alternative material category for Arbor Wood's addressable market.
- Trex Company: Largest manufacturer of wood-alternative composite decking and railing products. While not a thermally modified wood specialist, Trex is the dominant incumbent in the outdoor decking category with massive retail distribution and brand recognition that competes for the same end-use applications.
Regional players
- Timber Holdings USA: US-based lumber and wood products distributor with portfolio including specialty wood products. Regional incumbent in lumber distribution that may compete for specification projects and dealer relationships in the same channel.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses6 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Arbor Wood Co. leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Arbor Wood Co. subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
Arbor Wood Co. funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Arbor Wood Co. M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Arbor Wood Co.
What does Arbor Wood Co. do?
Arbor Wood Co. manufactures and sells Thermowood® thermally modified wood products — including exterior cladding, outdoor decking, dimensional lumber, and sauna-specific wood — produced via a proprietary chemical-free heat-and-steam process. Offerings span multiple species (Ash, Pine, Poplar), specialty finishes (BRNSH burned & brushed, Elmnt brushed, Natrl natural), a fire-retardant treated option (SaferWood Thermex-FR), and the GRAD hidden fastener system.
Is Arbor Wood Co. a public or private company?
Arbor Wood Co. is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Arbor Wood Co. founded?
Arbor Wood Co. was founded in 2012. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Arbor Wood Co. based?
Arbor Wood Co. is headquartered in Duluth, United States, in the North America region.
How does Arbor Wood Co. make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Thermally Modified Wood Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are fire Retardant Treated Wood Products and professional Services / CEU Training.
Who are Arbor Wood Co.'s main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Accoya, Kebony, Lunawood, Thermory, Westwood Thermo, Realcedar (Cedar Valley Millwork) and Nova USA Wood. Broad incumbents are The AZEK Company and Trex Company. Timber Holdings USA is listed as a regional player.
Does Arbor Wood Co. have an API?
No public API is recorded for Arbor Wood Co..
What industry is Arbor Wood Co. in?
Arbor Wood Co.'s product category is Thermally Modified Wood Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADADAE, Treated Wood & Preserved Timber Products. Its NAICS code is 321114 and its SIC code is 2400.