DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS Elimination of Intercompany Hardwood Purchases (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014 T	Jun. 30, 2013
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Hardwood Provided to Former Subsidiary, Tons			120,000
Hardwood purchases	$ 1,190	$ 350	$ 3,935	$ 259

Discontinued Operation, Elimination of Intercompany Purchases

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