Liggett’s Lumber Ledger Report

Market Pricing Report for 9/18/2026 | Based on the September 16 mill market report—not retail pricing

Overall Market Summary:

The lumber and panel markets remain mostly steady, with buyers continuing to purchase what they need rather than loading up on extra inventory. As we head further into fall, there is little incentive for buyers to make large purchases ahead of demand.

Prices are not all moving in the same direction, though. Plywood and smaller-width SYP lumber are seeing some upward pressure, while larger-width SYP and portions of the Doug Fir and Hem Fir markets are softening.

OSB:

Sales continue to keep up with mill production, keeping the market at a stalemate again this week. Buyers remain cautious about ordering extra stock heading into the winter months. There has not been enough movement on either side to push prices in a new direction. Mill prices should remain flat in the near term.

Plywood:

Mills have enough orders to keep up with production, allowing prices to hold firm and inch upward slightly. There is still no clear sign of the price dip buyers may be waiting for. Mill prices should remain flat to slightly up in the near term.

SYP (Southern Yellow Pine):

Market activity remains mixed to slow, with buyers showing little interest in purchasing more than they currently need. Smaller-width boards, such as 2x4s and 2x6s, moved up slightly. Larger-width boards, such as 2x10s and 2x12s, came down a few dollars as inventory accumulated at the mills.

The direction really depends on which size you are buying. Mill prices should continue to be mixed.

SPF (Spruce Pine Fir):

Prices moved up slightly after Labor Day and have continued to hold firm. Mills are offering little in the way of discounts, keeping the market relatively stable. Mill prices should remain steady in the near term.

Doug Fir & Hem Fir:

Demand remains limited across much of the market. Most mills are trying to hold their current prices, but some are accepting lower offers to move inventory. Buyers have some room to negotiate in certain cases, although those discounts are not available across the board. Mill prices should remain soft to slightly down.

What does this mean for your next project?

For customers buying SYP lumber, mixed pricing does not mean every board is getting more expensive. Smaller widths have moved up slightly, while larger widths have seen some relief at the mill level.

OSB continues to show little movement. Plywood, on the other hand, is still holding firm to slightly higher. If your project requires plywood, there is no clear signal in this week’s report that waiting will get you a lower price.

Keep in mind that mill pricing does not translate directly into an immediate change at the store. Freight, existing inventory, and the cost of replacement stock all play a part in retail pricing.

If you have a project coming up, contact Liggett’s Supply for current pricing and availability so you can plan around actual material costs.

Thank you for tuning into this week’s Lumber Ledger! We’ll see you again next Friday for another report!