Business Details
32 Years
experience
Premium Lumber & Hardwoods in Star, MS
Heartwood Lumber, established over 30 years ago in Star, Mississippi, is a family-owned business specializing in premium lumber and exotic hardwoods. Founded by brothers Jerry and Larry Glass, the company began as a small birdhouse venture before evolving into a trusted supplier of cypress, Southern Yellow Pine, Eastern Red Cedar, and over 25 domestic and imported hardwoods. Our team excels at milling raw materials to precise customer specifications, delivering locally and shipping nationwide. With a commitment to quality, we offer kiln-dried, NHLA-inspected cypress and natural-growth Southern Yellow Pine, prioritizing customer relationships and sustainable practices.Our expertise spans flooring, siding, beams, and specialty items, supported by decades of hands-on experience and a dedication to craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on exceptional service, technical knowledge, and a passion for meeting unique project needs while maintaining down-to-earth values that resonate with artisans and professionals alike.
Services
Cypress Lumber
Southern Yellow Pine
Eastern Red Cedar
Black Walnut
Imported Exotic Hardwoods
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 30+ years of lumber expertise
- Specialize in kiln-dried, NHLA-inspected cypress
- Offer 25+ domestic and imported hardwood species
- Custom milling to precise customer specifications
- Nationwide shipping with local delivery options
Services
Cypress Lumber
Heartwood Lumber provides premium cypress lumber known for its durability and natural resistance to rot. Ideal for outdoor structures, flooring, and architectural details, our cypress is kiln-dried and available in select grades. Customers benefit from our expertise in milling to precise specifications, ensuring long-lasting performance for residential and commercial projects.
Southern Yellow Pine
Our Southern Yellow Pine is sustainably harvested natural-growth timber with tight growth rings for superior strength. Perfect for interior applications like trim, cabinetry, and flooring, it accepts stains and paints easily. We offer premium and knotty grades, both machined for flawless fit and finish.
Imported Exotic Hardwoods
Heartwood sources over 25 rare hardwoods globally, including zebrawood, purpleheart, and leopardwood. These premium materials suit specialty projects requiring unique aesthetics and durability. Each exotic species is carefully graded and available in thicknesses tailored for furniture, musical instruments, and decorative applications.
Custom Milling
We offer precision milling services to transform raw timber into finished products meeting exact project needs. Capabilities include dimension cutting, grading, and surface finishing for both domestic and exotic species. This service ensures optimal material utilization while maintaining structural integrity and visual appeal.
Nationwide Lumber Delivery
Heartwood Lumber provides reliable shipping across the U.S. for all products, complemented by local delivery in Mississippi. Our logistics network ensures timely, damage-free transport of both standard and oversized lumber orders, supporting contractors, artisans, and DIY enthusiasts.
People
Jerry Glass
Co-Founder
Jerry Glass co-founded Heartwood Lumber with his brother Larry in 1994. Starting with handcrafted cypress birdhouses, he pioneered the company's transition to premium lumber supply while maintaining its artisan roots.
Larry Glass
Co-Founder
Larry Glass co-founded Heartwood Lumber, leveraging his expertise in scaling operations from the company's early days as a birdhouse maker to a leading lumber distributor.
Questions
What types of lumber does Heartwood Lumber specialize in?
Heartwood Lumber specializes in cypress, Southern Yellow Pine, Eastern Red Cedar, black walnut, and over 25 imported exotic hardwoods like purpleheart and sapele.
Is Heartwood Lumber a family-owned business?
Yes, Heartwood Lumber has been family-owned and operated since its founding in 1994 by brothers Jerry and Larry Glass.
Do you offer custom milling services?
Yes, we provide custom milling to meet specific project requirements, including dimensions, grades, and finishes for all our lumber products.
Can I purchase Heartwood Lumber products online?
While we don't sell directly online, we offer nationwide shipping and local delivery. Contact us for project consultations and orders.
What makes Heartwood's cypress lumber unique?
Our cypress lumber is kiln-dried and NHLA-inspected, ensuring superior quality. We offer select grades and specialty cuts like beams, shiplap, and flooring.
Are Heartwood Lumber products sustainable?
Yes, we prioritize sustainable practices, including responsibly sourced natural-growth Southern Yellow Pine and renewable forestry management for all our wood species.
