03 - Wood Links

This article contains external links to resources on the Web relevant to Chapter 3 Wood.

AWC Downloadable Publications

Downloadable publications from the American Wood Council. This web site is also an excellent resource for wood design and construction standards, and links to other wood products industry assocations and resources.

AWC Online eCourses

Free, downloadable presentations on design standards for wood, building codes and wood, wood as a building material, and more.

Hardwoods and Finishes Brochure & CD

Free technical information from the Hardwood Council. This site also has more good information on hardwood species, grading, and finishing.

US Forest Products Lab Wood Handbook

One of the definitive sources of information on wood and its engineering properties, available as a download. This web site has many valuable links and resources.

WWPA-Lumber Basics

Western Wood Products Associations's illustratrated resource covering the basics of lumber manufacturer, grading, and characteristics. The WWPA web site has many other useful resources.

Wood Products Council: Technical Bibliography

Bibliography of technical literature related to wood products, manufacturing, design standards, framing systems, and related applications