About Us
DMG Hardwoods is a primary importer of sustainably harvested timber. At DMG, we personally vet all our suppliers to ensure full compliance with environmental regulations. We are an accredited importer with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and a proud trade participant in the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT). You can rest assured that DMG has taken every step to ensure sustainability, environmental protection, and the highest quality standards.
History
DMG began selling lobster trap wood runners in 2013. The wood used for these runners had to withstand an extremely harsh ocean environment and be highly resistant to marine borers. After many trips to South America, Marty and Dale, the two co-founders of DMG, discovered the ideal wood—Angelique—and introduced it to lobster fishermen along the coasts of Maine and Nova Scotia. It was an immediate success.
From there, the logical next step was to introduce the same wood to the decking market. “If the wood is good enough to be used at the bottom of the ocean, it can certainly stand up as decking against the roughest elements nature can throw at it.” DMG trademarked it as Naval Deck, inspired by the wood’s historical use during World War II, when the U.S. Navy used it extensively on aircraft carriers and cruisers, including the famous USS Missouri.
Jacques joined the team in early 2015, bringing his extensive wood expertise to DMG. Marty and Jacques have a combined total of over 80 years of experience in the wood industry. Together, they have traveled extensively throughout the world—from the jungles of Southeast Asia, West Africa, and South America to the northern forests of Siberia—developing deep knowledge of both domestic and tropical hardwoods.
Today, DMG Hardwoods is primarily an importer of exotic hardwood decking from South America and West Africa. In addition to decking, DMG also carries a wide selection of live-edge wood slabs in various species.
Our facility is located in York, Maine.
Owners
Martin Feuer
Always a lumberman, Martin Feuer cut his teeth working with his father in a small sawmill in New Hampshire. As young men do Mr. Feuer eventually cut out on his own acquiring sawmills, distribution networks, retail yards and an international trading arm. The latter became his passion as he took work as a consultant to the timber industry worldwide. From the Great Taiga in Siberia to the jungles of the Amazon. Mr. Feuer has striven to implement tenants of sustainable forestry and conservation. Today at 75 years young he continues the mission for a sustainable forestry structure through DMG Hardwoods. Always ready to share his knowledge wrapped in a fascinating story Mr. Feuer is truly a lumberman in the old traditions. He looks forward to chatting with anyone with an interest in wood no matter how small or obscure.
Jacques J. Hauray
Jacques Joined Marty with his wood expertise in early 2015. Jacques has over 40 years of experience in the international wood business. He has traveled extensively in the United States, Siberia, Southeast Asia, Africa and South America where he acquired his knowledge of domestic and exotic woods. He Started his career unloading ships loaded with logs from Africa in his native town of Nantes in Brittany, France. He then worked for Lumber wholesalers around the Boston area. In the 80’s, he started to travel overseas to fulfill his passion for wood from different places around the world. He then met again with his old Pal Marty a few years back and joined him at DMG Hardwoods. Today, Jacques & Marty share their experiences and passion for wood with their customers.
Warehouse Manager
Farzin Galloway
Farzin Galloway was born and raised all over New England, where he developed a deep love for nature through countless explorations of the region’s landscapes. After high school, he took time off to hike the Appalachian Trail, a transformative journey that fueled his desire to stay connected with the natural world. Unsure of his next steps, Farzin entered the lumber industry, eager to be part of something that aligned with his passion. Starting from the ground up at DMG Hardwoods, he worked his way through the company and now leads it into the future, focusing on connecting with the next generation. While guiding DMG Hardwoods, Farzin continues to travel the world, broadening his experiences and finding inspiration from new cultures and environments.
