Visit Far West in the Pavilion Building and experience the lifecycle of an urban tree — from log to finished home and landscape products. We’re excited to invite our local community to the Northern California Home & Landscape Expo at Cal Expo 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815— and we have a special coupon to […]
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Nov
🍁 Thanksgiving Newsletter – Far West Forest Products Dear Friends of Far West Forest Products, As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving season, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for you. Whether you’ve trusted us with your special wood projects, visited our urban wood store to find the […]
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Live Edge Slabs & Urban Wood California | Saturday Wood Sale Olivehurst
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Sep
Sep
Join us in Olivehurst, CA on Sept 27, 2025 for a one-day Saturday Wood Sale. Hand-select live edge slabs, burl cookies, and urban salvaged wood from Far West Forest Products.
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Sep
Sep
From Forest to Flavor: Our Wood at Burning Barrel Brewing & Spirits Placerville This Labor Day weekend, I finally made the trip up to Burning Barrel Brewing & Spirits Placerville to see something I’ve been excited about since their doors opened earlier this year: a beautiful space brought to life with wood we supplied. Watching […]
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Aug
Aug
You didn’t become an architect just to design structures — you did it to shape the world, to leave behind something that reflects what you believe.
Urban wood gives you more than material — it gives you a way to design with purpose, align with your values, and be part of something that lasts.
You didn’t become an architect just to design structures — you did it to shape the world, to leave behind something that reflects what you believe.
Urban wood gives you more than material — it gives you a way to design with purpose, align with your values, and be part of something that lasts.
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May
May
Discover the top interior wood design trends for 2025, from dramatic wood ceilings to the warm, immersive look of “wood drenching.” Learn how reclaimed materials like claro walnut and live edge wood countertops are redefining sustainable style in today’s homes. Explore ways to incorporate rustic charm with modern design using urban salvaged wood.
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May
May
Imagine If California Milled Its Own Urban & Dead Trees? Unlocking the local, environmental, and economic potential of trees already around us 🪵 California’s Lumber Supply Problem Why Is California Importing 80% of Its Lumber? California is a massive state with abundant natural resources, yet we import around 80% of our lumber. This means most […]
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Apr
From Fallen Giants to Functional Art: Our Journey with Salvaged Wood Cookies. If you’ve been following us on social media, you’ve probably seen the stunning slices of wood we call “cookies” popping up more and more. These cross-sections of salvaged logs aren’t just beautiful—they tell a story of sustainability, legacy, and creative reuse. Each of […]