OUR STORY
A name synonymous with distinction
Your high-end construction projects deserve exceptional finishing materials that blend beautiful design with durability. Sourced from only the top North American wood species, our finishing products have been redefining the construction industry for years. We firmly stand behind the quality of our products—and will for generations to come.
Over 30 years of innovation
Princeton has been helping the construction industry evolve for three decades with innovative finishing products. Throughout this journey, we’ve brought about change. We’ve dared and constantly taken the initiative to improve our techniques. We intend to continue this quest with determination so that we can push the limits to better meet the needs of lumberyards and builders. It’s in our very fiber.
UNIQUE WOOD-DRYING TECHNIQUES
Our wood drying techniques are subject to precise production parameters to ensure perfect fiber uniformity.
STATE-OF-THE-ART JOINTING
Our innovative joints achieve the second-to-none dimensional stability and resistance to harsh weather conditions that only engineered wood can provide.
EXCLUSIVE SURFACE TREATMENT PROCESS
Our surface treatment process has been specifically developed to withstand the worst weather conditions.
SPECIAL UV PAINT APPLICATION
Our paint application processes maximize product durability—all while providing a uniquely appealing appearance.
EXCLUSIVE MOULDING DESIGNS RENOWNED FOR THEIR STYLE AND PRECISION
PRIMELOCK
PRIMELOCK is the only outdoor finishing product brand made from UV-treated, finger-jointed Eastern White Pine. You’ll be impressed by their impeccable designs and unmatched durability.
PRIMECLASSIC
PRIMECLASSIC interior moulding products, finger-jointed Eastern White Pine, feature exclusive and refined designs. They are the perfect solutions for projects that require sophistication, elegance and high-quality materials.
PRIMECEDAR
PRIMECEDAR’s Alaskan Yellow Cedar is transformed into premium outdoor wood finishing and decking products for prestigious projects that truly stand out.
Vertical integration
Princeton is part of the Matra Group, which has North American plants to carry out all stages of processing as well as a distribution network covering the entire Eastern United States. In addition, we completely control forestry operations. We’ve perfected this vertical integration model again and again to ensure the utmost quality and traceability of our products, from the forest all the way to your construction site.
MATRA OVERVIEW
2 sawmills: Northern Quebec (QC) and Tupper Lake (NY)
3 secondary processing plants totaling 210,000 sq. ft.
A unique and patented UV treatment process from which only our customers can benefit
An extensive distribution network stretching from Maine to Southern Virginia with more than 375 lumberyards