Western States Wholesale

Employee size

2-10

Headquarters

Kent, OH

For more than 30 years, Western States Wholesale has grown from an Ontario, California operation serving local customers into a nationwide business-to-business supplier with roots in cement-product manufacturing. The company is known for combining manufacturing with wholesale distribution, including its own Wonderfill turf infill and pool materials for professional contractors and dealers.

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