Design Tools
A variety of tools are available to assist architects, designers, lumber wholesales and retailers, and consumers in the specification, selection and use of Eastern White Pine products. A summary of selected titles currently available from NELMA is provided below for your information and potential use. For ordering details, click here
Eastern White Pine Board Grade Photo Sheets
High-quality photos of representative sample boards within each grade of Eastern White Pine. Also includes a summary of the rule for each grade. Individual sheets are available for the following grades: D & Better, Finish, Premium, Standard, Industrial, 2A & Better Furniture, and No.2 Cuts.
Swatch Book
This unique informational marketing item takes on the look and size of a paint swatch, utilizing the same high-quality images utilized in the Eastern White Pine photo sheets for the 5 primary grades. The format provides an easy way to compare the characteristic differences between grades, with a summary of basic grade information also ncluded. Measuring 1-3/4" x 8", this compact tool is a great reference piece for architects, designers, lumber retailers and wholesalers.
Patterns of Eastern White Pine
This updated publication showcases the official 23 standard patterns of Eastern White Pine. Printed in a 4” by 9” horizontal format, a single page is devoted to each pattern which includes an illustration of the final “look” of two pattern pieces is shown on the page as an inset. Two pages of end-use photography make this the perfect informational and sales tool.
Eastern White Pine Folder Brochure
A showcase folder containing tabbed information on all aspects of designing, specifying, installing, and finishing Eastern White Pine products. Single-sheet, front & back Tabs include Grading Rules, Technical Facts, Siding Installation, and Exterior Finishing.
Eastern White Pine VS. Radiata Pine. Learn about these two species in a side by side comparison. Who will be victorious?
Founded in 1933, the Northeastern Lumber Manufacturer's Association (NELMA) is one of seven lumber rules writing agencies in the U.S. accredited by the American Lumber Standard Committee (ALSC) to write grade rules that are certified as conforming to the American Softwood Lumber Standard PS20. NELMA is the official author and administrator of the grading rules for Eastern White Pine, in particular.
In addition to the quality control inspection audits we conduct at lumber manufacturers to ensure that on-grade Eastern White Pine products are meeting the needs of consumers, NELMA develops and distributes an array of technical information and unique promotional materials via our member-driven marketing program. We encourage you to browse through the pages of this website and discover why Eastern White Pine is the very best choice when wood is considered, both environmentally sustainable and application versatile.
