At Thermory USA, we believe our strongest asset is the quality of our partnerships. One of our longest-standing and most trusted partners is Mount Storm Forest Products, a name synonymous with excellence in the Northern California wood industry. Based in Windsor and serving the Bay Area since 1980, Mount Storm has been instrumental in helping Thermory make a lasting impression on the West Coast.
Rooted in Trust, Values, and Vision.
“Mount Storm was one of our first distribution partners and joined the Thermory team in 2012” says Mark Challinor, CEO of Thermory USA. “They have been a key contributor to Thermory’s success and growth over that time. Mount Storm is not flashy. They are fairly ‘old-school,’ but they have outstanding people, deliver outstanding customer service, and they have an outsized impact on the Bay Area market.”
The relationship was built on mutual values—reliability, craftsmanship, and putting the customer first. “Partnering with Mount Storm was one of the best decisions we ever made,” Challinor adds. “Mount Storm’s reputation for integrity and excellent customer service gave us instant credibility in the Bay Area builder community.”
A Conversation with Ed Mikowski, Owner & President
We recently caught up with Ed Mikowski, Owner and President of Mount Storm, to talk about the company’s legacy and what Thermory has brought to their product lineup over the past 12 years.
What’s Mount Storm’s philosophy in business?
“To provide the best suited products for the specific application with the goal of keeping costs down,” says Mikowski. That simplicity and focus is what has kept their reputation strong for over four decades.
How would you best describe Thermory?
“Beautiful and easy to install,” he says. “Those qualities really matter to our customers—they want materials that not only look good but are practical to work with.”
What feedback do you hear most often from customers about Thermory?
“It is beautiful and every board is perfect,” Mikowski shares. That kind of consistency builds trust.
Has Thermory helped Mount Storm push creative boundaries?
“Yes,” says Mikowski. “Thermory helps us stand out!”
Project Spotlight: Hatchway Home, California
While Mount Storm operates through a wholesale dealer network and doesn’t often see how the material is used, there are standout projects that rise to the surface. One notable installation is Hatchway Home, a Thermory Design Award winner that features our Benchmark Clear Pine cladding and Benchmark Pinedecking extensively. Designed by Robert Gabriel at Atelier CHALK, this modern coastal home is a masterpiece, set against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
“We may not know where every board ends up, but when we hear about projects like Hatchway Home or The Montage in Healdsburg, we know we’ve been a part of something special”, reflects Mikowski.
Looking Ahead
When asked what his dream Thermory project might look like, Ed keeps it grounded:
“I’m not sure. They all look great!”
And that’s the magic of Mount Storm—no frills, just integrity, service, and beautiful wood that speaks for itself.
To learn more about Mount Storm Forest Products, visit mountstorm.com or stop by their 3,000-square-foot showroom in Windsor, CA. You’ll see firsthand why this partnership has stood the test of time. They are a true example of craftsmanship, character, and consistency. Here’s to many more years of shared success.
Image Credits: Bill Oxford.
