Building Trust Since 1919
For over 100 years, National Lumber has been the Baltimore and D.C. area’s trusted source for premium building supplies. From our roots in Canton to our flagship off Pulaski Highway and our Design Center in Chevy Chase, we’ve grown with the communities we serve—while proudly supporting local nonprofits for generations.
National Lumber Timeline – 9 Key Developments
1919
Founded in Baltimore
Alexander Fruman and his sons Isadore and Phillip establish National Lumber in Baltimore’s Little Italy
1933
Third Generation Joins
Leonard Fruman, Isadore’s son, joins the company as a teenager
1958
Canton Expansion
National Lumber acquires P.M. Womble Lumber Company in Canton, gaining a sawmill and planing operation that fuels growth in commercial and industrial markets.
1968
Pulaski Highway Move
The business relocates to its current 10-acre headquarters on Pulaski Highway, securing space for expansion and a central Baltimore presence.
1970s
Fourth Generation Leadership
Leonard’s son Arnold joins the firm, continuing the family tradition and broadening product lines and customer reach.
2000
Fifth Generation Begins
Arnold’s sons, Kevin and Neal Fruman, enter the business, bringing new energy and positioning National Lumber for the future.
2020
Chevy Chase Design Center Opens
To meet growing demand in the DC metro area, National Lumber opens a flagship design center in downtown Chevy Chase.
2023
Launch of Multi-Family Supply
National Lumber establishes Multi-Family Supply, a dedicated division serving developers, builders, and property managers in large-scale residential projects.
2025
Acquisition of Fisher Lumber
National Lumber acquires Fisher Lumber in Rockville, expanding its footprint and strengthening its presence in the Washington, DC market.
