Episode 43 - From Crown Molding to Tropical Hardwoods: Laura Basili’s Journey with Brazilian Lumber

In this episode of the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast, Alex Danner sits down with Laura Basili, better known as the Real Deck Diva on Instagram and co-founder of Brazilian Lumber. Laura shares her fascinating journey of how a chance project in interior remodeling led to the creation of a thriving business specializing in tropical hardwoods like Ipe, Jatoba, and Cumaru.
Laura discusses the growth of Brazilian Lumber, from importing their first container of exotic hardwood to now being a leading supplier of premium outdoor materials for decks, docks, pergolas, and even interior wall panels. With showrooms in both Miami and Los Angeles, Brazilian Lumber has expanded rapidly, offering top-tier products to contractors and homeowners across the country.
This episode is packed with valuable insights, especially for deck builders and contractors looking to expand their material offerings. Don’t miss out on hearing from one of the industry's most dynamic entrepreneurs!

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