Thomae Lumber has announced its official name change and rebranding to Mead Lumber, effective Aug. 15. The changes marks a significant step in unifying Mead Lumber’s identity while maintaining “the high standards of service and quality that customers have come to expect,” according to the company.
Thomae Lumber was founded in Billings, Mont., and Laurel, Mont., in 1982 by Paul Thomae, Sr. The company was acquired by Mead Lumber in 2007. In 2023, Mead Lumber underwent a comprehensive rebranding effort, aiming to add consistency to all the business units in the company’s portfolio. The renaming of Thomae Lumber reflects Mead Lumber’s “dedication to delivering a cohesive brand experience.”
“Rebranding as Mead Lumber allows us to align more closely with our identify while continuing to provide the exceptional service our customers have come to rely on,” Dave Anderson, president and CEO of Mead Lumber, said. “We are excited to embark on this new chapter in Billings and Laurel, and look forward to celebrating this momentous occasion with our community.”
Mead Lumber is a 100% employee-owned company with 53 locations in Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wyoming, including six truss and wall panel manufacturing plants and a countertop manufacturing facility. The company provides builders and homeowners with lumber, building materials, trusses, wall panels, millwork, kitchen cabinets, kitchen countertops, siding, decking, windows, doors, and hardware.
