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Frequently Asked Questions
- I have a large dead tree (or several) in my backyard. Will one of your processors buy it from me?
- Why are these products a better environmental choice than flooring from conventional retail operations? Would this be a better alternative than bamboo or cork?
- Can I get a custom order?
- Does my city participate? How can I make sure that my trees are recycled?
- If these products are made from discarded trees, why aren’t they cheaper?
- How does this purchase help my community?
- Where can I see these products in person?
- How frequently is your inventory updated?
- Should I worry about this wood being from dead trees? Are these products of high quality? What about the emerald ash borer? Is this safe?
- I am a wood processor. How can I learn more about using urban wood? Can I sell my products on Urbanwood.org?
- Where can I learn more about urban wood recycling?
- Where can I learn more about conserving forest resources?
- Where can I learn more about the other benefits of urban trees?
- I'm working on a LEED-certified building. Can I get credit for using Urbanwood?
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Visit Recycle Ann Arbor's ReUse Center to see the latest products in stock.
2420 South Industrial Hwy.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
(734) 222-7880
Open Monday - Saturday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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- Visit the ReUse Center to see products
- Apply for Tree Grant
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Urbanwood is a cooperative project of the Southeast Michigan Resource Conservation and Development Council and Recycle Ann Arbor. This program is supported by grants from USDA Forest Service Wood Education and Resource Center and the USDA Federal State Marketing Improvement Program. Additional technical support is provided by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.