Norell Forest Products v. H & S Lumber Co.

Chandler, Justice:

We granted certiorari to review the Court of Appeals’ opinion reported at — S.C. —, 417 S.E. (2d) 96 (Ct. App. 1992).

We affirm in part; reverse in part.

FACTS

Respondent, Norell Forest Products (Norell/Wholesaler), is a wholesale distributor of specialty doors and windows; Petitioner, H & S Lumber Company (H & S/Retailer), is a retail distributor of Wholesaler’s products. Bruce Watts (Watts/ Contractor) is a contractor who, in December, 1988, was constructing a very large home on Pawleys Island. Watts negotiated with representatives of both Wholesaler and Retailer, emphasizing…