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Vertical Grain Douglas Fir Clear lumber, also known as CVG (Clear Vertical Grain), is produced by quarter-sawing the log so the growth rings run nearly vertical to the face of the board. This cutting method results in a straight, consistent grain pattern and exceptional dimensional stability, making it ideal for exposed finish applications where a clean, virtually defect-free appearance is required. At Ghent Wood Products, we source our vertical grain Douglas Fir from carefully selected old-growth trees known for their dense, tight grain and fine, uniform texture. The result is lumber with exceptional character and a refined, architectural look.
Our vertical grain Douglas Fir is carefully kiln-dried to a stable moisture content, fully equalized and conditioned for reliable performance. We work with some of the highest-quality sawmills in the Pacific Northwest to ensure consistency and grade integrity, and we offer this material in a range of sizes and patterns to meet the needs of your specific project.
True tight-grain, old-growth Vertical Grain Douglas Fir is extremely difficult to find today. Much of the remaining high-quality material is exported overseas, particularly to European markets, leaving very limited supply available domestically.
Ghent Wood Products is one of the few retailers in the Northeast offering genuine tight-grain, old-growth Douglas Fir, sourced directly from top-tier Northwest sawmills. We focus on keeping this exceptional material available here at home for builders, architects, and woodworkers who value quality that can’t be replicated.
Much of our tight-grain supply comes from salvage logging, where trees brought down by natural events such as wildfire or windstorms are carefully recovered and milled for their highest value. Many of these trees are 300 to 400 years old, producing the dense, tight grain structure that cannot be replicated in younger-growth material.
In contrast, second-growth Douglas Fir is typically harvested on much shorter cutting cycles, resulting in wider growth rings, lower density, and lumber better suited for standard construction rather than exposed finish applications. For projects where grain, stability, and appearance matter, the difference is immediately visible.
At Ghent Wood Products, we maintain in-stock inventory and a consistent supply of true tight-grain Vertical Grain Douglas Fir, allowing us to offer faster lead times and dependable availability. We provide custom-milled profiles to meet the specific needs of each project, and we stand behind the quality of every board we sell. While CVG Douglas Fir may be available elsewhere, the grade, grain density, and overall consistency of our material set it apart. As a locally owned business serving our regional community, we work with the best suppliers in the industry to deliver what we believe is the finest CVG Douglas Fir available in the Northeast.
