DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS - Elimination of Intercompany Hardwood Purchases (Details) - Jun. 30, 2014 - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Total	Total
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Hardwood purchases	$ 1,190	$ 3,935

Discontinued Operation, Elimination of Intercompany Purchases

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