Wood Shavings

Versatile, kiln-dried Southern Pine shavings for every application

Product Varieties

All shavings are made from 100% kiln-dried Southern Pine. Available in retail bags, palletized product, and full tractor-trailer bulk loads.

Patterson Large Flake Premium Bedding — maximum cushioning and loft
Large flake wood shavings held in cupped hands

Large Flake

Premium large-cut shavings. Ideal for horse stalls, livestock bedding, and landscaping ground cover. Maximum cushioning and loft.

Patterson Medium Flake Premium Bedding — the perfect balance of large flake and mini flake
Medium flake wood shavings held in cupped hands

Medium Flake

Our most versatile shaving. Great for animal bedding, garden mulch, and general-purpose use. The perfect balance of large flake and mini flake.

Patterson Mini Flake Premium Bedding — easy cleanup and absorbent
Mini flake wood shavings held in cupped hands

Mini Flake

Finer cut for small animal bedding, poultry coops, and applications requiring a compact, absorbent material. Easy cleanup.

Patterson Ultra Fine Bedding — kiln dried, easy clean, easy sift
Ultra fine wood shavings held in cupped hands

Ultra Fine

The finest grade. Excellent for specialty applications, industrial absorbent use, and composting. Kiln dried for easy clean and easy sift.

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Bulk & Wholesale Available

We supply retail-packaged palletized product and full tractor-trailer loads for distributors, farm supply stores, landscapers, and industrial buyers.

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Applications & Uses

Wood shavings are one of the most versatile natural products available. Here's a comprehensive look at how our shavings are used across industries.

Animal Bedding

  • Equine / Horse Stalls — The most popular use. Shavings provide soft, absorbent, low-dust bedding that is easy to muck and compost.
  • Poultry & Chicken Coops — Absorbs moisture and droppings. Helps maintain healthy coop conditions and can be composted directly.
  • Livestock — Cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs benefit from shaving bedding for warmth, comfort, and moisture management.
  • Small Animals — Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small pets. Pine shavings (kiln-dried to remove aromatic oils) provide safe, absorbent bedding.
  • Kennel & Veterinary — Used in dog kennels, shelters, and veterinary recovery areas for absorbency and easy cleanup.

Agriculture & Gardening

  • Garden Mulch — Retains soil moisture, suppresses weeds, and slowly decomposes to improve soil structure.
  • Composting — An excellent carbon-rich "brown" material for balancing nitrogen-heavy compost piles. Accelerates decomposition when mixed properly.
  • Soil Amendment — When aged or composted, wood shavings improve drainage and aeration in clay-heavy soils.
  • Erosion Control — Applied to slopes and exposed ground to reduce water runoff and soil displacement.
  • Weed Suppression — Thick application around plants and beds creates a natural weed barrier.
  • Mushroom Cultivation — Pasteurized shavings serve as a substrate for growing oyster mushrooms and other varieties.
  • Nursery & Greenhouse — Used as a growing medium component and walkway cover in nursery operations.

Industrial & Commercial

  • Spill Absorbent — Oil, grease, coolant, and chemical spill cleanup in workshops, factories, and gas stations. A cost-effective alternative to commercial absorbents.
  • Floor Absorbent — Spread on shop floors and warehouse areas to absorb moisture and provide traction.
  • Packing Material — Natural, biodegradable cushioning for shipping fragile goods. Used by furniture makers, artisan producers, and wineries.
  • Biomass Fuel Feedstock — Raw material for pellet manufacturing and biomass energy generation.
  • Particle Board & MDF — Feedstock for engineered wood product manufacturing.
  • Filtration Medium — Used in certain water and waste filtration systems as a natural biological filter.

Environmental & Remediation

  • Oil Spill Response — Natural sorbent material for containing and cleaning up petroleum spills on land and water surfaces.
  • Odor Control — Placed in waste management areas, septic fields, and compost sites to neutralize odors naturally.
  • Bioremediation — Supports microbial activity in contaminated soil restoration projects.
  • Landfill Cover — Used as daily cover material at waste management facilities.
  • Stormwater Management — Incorporated into bioswales and rain gardens as a filtration and absorption layer.

Events & Recreation

  • Playground Surfaces — Soft, natural ground cover for playgrounds and recreational areas.
  • Event Ground Cover — Rodeos, county fairs, barn events, and outdoor weddings use shavings for footing and aesthetics.
  • Equestrian Arenas — Mixed into arena footing for improved traction, cushion, and dust control.
  • Campgrounds & Trails — Natural path and campsite surface material.

Specialty & Unconventional

  • Food Smoking — Clean pine shavings used in commercial and artisan smoking operations. (Species-specific considerations apply.)
  • Brewery & Distillery — Smoking malts and specialty flavor applications.
  • Ice & Snow Traction — Spread on icy walkways, driveways, and loading docks for natural traction without chemicals.
  • Taxidermy & Crafts — Used as stuffing, display material, and in craft/hobby applications.
  • Theater & Film — Set dressing for barn scenes, rustic environments, and natural settings.
  • Insulation — Loose-fill insulation in walls and attics (typically treated for fire resistance).
  • Pet Litter Alternative — Used as a natural, biodegradable cat litter and small animal waste absorber.

Ordering & Delivery

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Retail Bags

Individual bags available for farm and garden retailers, pet stores, and direct consumers.

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Palletized Product

Shrink-wrapped pallets of bagged shavings for retailers, distributors, and farm supply chains.

Tractor-Trailer Loads

Full truckloads of bulk or bagged product for high-volume commercial and industrial buyers.

Need Shavings in Bulk?

Whether you need a pallet or a full tractor-trailer load, we can supply it. Contact us for volume pricing and delivery options.