TimberBase®: The Digital Source for Lumber and Building Products
In an industry that’s relied on phone tags and manual paperwork for many years, TimberBase® is turning lumber procurement into something swift, transparent, and globally accessible. Owned by UFP Industries, this advanced B2B digital platform offers a vast selection of lumber, plywood, and other in-demand building products, all available through an optimized, automated online experience.
A Global Timber Catalog at Your Fingertips
Through TimberBase, you get access to an extensive catalog of wood products—from structural softwood for construction to treated lumber for exterior projects. The platform supports various grades, species, and dimensions, ensuring versatility that accommodates industries ranging from OEM manufacturing to architectural design.
Suppliers and mills benefit too, tapping into TimberBase’s broad network to post offers and reach qualified buyers worldwide—making it a streamlined avenue for global trade and partnership building.
Platform Features: Efficiency Meets Transparency
TimberBase isn’t just a catalog—it’s a full-service trading ecosystem:
- Dashboard Management: Keep track of incoming offers, placed orders, and ongoing engagements from one intuitive hub
- Request a Quote: Submit customized needs and receive tailored quotes instantly, reducing traditional back-and-forth
- Receive & Post Offers: Sellers and buyers engage seamlessly—suppliers can post available products, and buyers can compare deals across a global supplier base
- Real-Time Order Tracking: Monitor order status and shipping in real time—no more waiting or guesswork
- Live Chat Support: Connect with knowledgeable representatives for expert guidance, ensuring clarity throughout the transaction
Products Spotlight
While TimberBase doesn’t list every product publicly, these key categories are a part of our core offering:
- Brite Lumber: Brite lumber consists of unstained, untreated dimensional lumber that is cut to pre-defined, standard sizes. It is sawn, planed, and sometimes further smoothed to make it immediately ready for many applications. Untreated brite dimensional lumber is commonly used for framing interior walls, floors, and roofs, as well as for furniture making, shelving, and other indoor projects where it won’t be exposed to the elements. Commons species include spruce, pine, and fir with Scandinavia, North America, and Asia leading the way from a supply standpoint.
- Treated Lumber: Pressure treated lumber is wood that has been infused with chemical preservatives to protect it from rot, fungal decay, and insect damage. The treatment process significantly extends the lifespan of the wood, making it suitable for outdoor and ground-contact applications. Like brite lumber, the species commonly used for treating lumber are spruce, pine, and fir. Treated lumber is used for a wide array of outdoor applications like decks, docks, fences, outdoor furniture, play sets, landscaping, and gardening.
- Plywood: Plywood is engineered wood made by gluing together multiple thin layers of wood veneers. These layers, called plies, are carefully arranged with the grain of each layer-oriented perpendicular to the next. This cross-grain configuration is what makes plywood unique and incredibly strong compared to ordinary wood. Plywood is readily available in both softwood and hardwood species from origins like Asia, North America, and South America. Common uses are wide ranging and include:
- Floor, wall, and roof sheathing in home construction
- Wind bracing panels
- Vehicle internal body work
- Packaging, crates, and boxes
- Ready-to-paint surfaces
- Arts and crafts
- Concrete forming
- Furniture
- Cabinets
- Sheds and outdoor structures
- Truck and trailer flooring
- Boats
- Aircraft
- Gypsum Board: Gypsum board, commonly known as drywall, is the premier building material for wall, ceiling, and partition systems in residential, institutional, and commercial structures. Designed to provide a monolithic surface when joints and fastener heads are covered with a joint treatment system, gypsum products also provide sound control, versatility, quality, and convenience. Gypsum board consists of a core of set gypsum surfaced with specifically manufactured paper firmly bonded to the core. It is a highly effective fire-resistant material, primarily due to its chemical composition and unique properties, making it essential in construction for fire safety. Common uses include:
- Wall systems
- Ceiling systems
- Decorative finishes
- Sound insulation
- Partitions and tiles
Thanks to TimberBase’s global supplier network—spanning more than 60 countries with customers across 75+ markets—access to these product categories is both broad and deep.
Why TimberBase Stands Out
1. Trusted Backing by UFP Industries
TimberBase leverages UFP Industries’ extensive infrastructure as a leading conversion facility and supplier of treated lumber and components—boosting reliability for buyers and credibility for sellers.
2. Automation and Transparency
3. Global Reach and Local Access
4. Modern User Experience
How to Get Started
- Register for Free: It’s quick and simple to sign up on TimberBase—and there’s no platform fee
- Request a Demo: Learn platform features directly from a TimberBase representative
- Start Sourcing or Selling: Buyers can explore products and request quotes, while sellers can post offerings and engage with a global network—supported by automation and real-time visibility
Summary
TimberBase simplifies and modernizes the B2B timber trade by combining product availability with real-time functionality, transparent communication, and a global perspective. Whether sourcing softwoods for construction, hardwoods for millwork, plywood for engineering applications, or gypsum board for commercial projects, TimberBase offers a streamlined, efficient path forward. Let’s talk and we’ll show you a smarter way to buy and sell in the global timber network.