Technical Document Library

2021 Supplement to: A Guide to the 2018 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions Technical Guides - 303 Siding Manufacturing Specifications Data File - B840 This publication provides minimum requirements that plywood panels must meet to qualify for classification as APA 303 Series specialty siding. 4 Best Practices for Glulam Installation Technical Guides - Q705 This publication provides simple steps to proper installation that ensures glulam beams perform as designed. A Guide To Engineered Wood Products Technical Guides - C800 Describes common engineered wood products: plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), I-joist, glued laminated timber (glulam), structural composite lumber (SCL) and rim board. A Guide to the 2015 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions Technical Guides - A Guide to the 2015 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions A Guide to the 2018 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions + Free Digital 2021 Supplement Technical Guides - A Guide to the 2018 IRC Wood Wall Bracing Provisions + Free Digital 2021 Supplement A Portal Frame With Hold Downs for Engineered Applications Technical Topic - TT-100 This publication describes the use of portal-frame design in engineered applications and as bracing in conventional light-frame construction Acoustic Performance of All-Wood Floor Systems Technical Note - T230 This publication describes single- and double-layer all-wood floor assemblies for acoustic performance and includes both construction details and acoustic ratings Advanced Framing Construction Guide - M400 This publication explains the components of advanced framing in floor and wall framing, including illustrated construction details Air Permeability of Wood Structural Panels as Air Barriers Technical Topic - TT-107 This publication answers questions regarding the performance of wood structural panels as air barriers APA - The Mark of Quality for Wood Structural Panels Technical Guides - X400 This publication explains the APA panel trademark and quality standards for wood structural panels APA Laboratory Testing Capabilities B707 Technical Guides - B707 Learn the APA research facility capabilities, including assembly-level testing of roof and floor building components and performance evaluation of lateral force resisting systems APA Panel-Deck Block Pallet Design and Specifications Technical Guides - V691 Discusses specifications and design details for the APA panel-deck block pallet, including load capacity, nailing schedules and materials handling system compatibility. APA Performance Rated I-Joists Storage, Handling & Safety Recommendations Builder Tip - Z735 This publication includes important tips for storage, handling and jobsite use of APA Performance Rated I-Joists. APA Performance Rated Panel Subfloors Under Hardwood Flooring Technical Note - R280 This publication provides specification and installation recommendations for panel subfloors to be used under hardwood flooring APA Performance-Rated Rim Board - Canadian Limit States Design Technical Guides - W345 CA This publication describes connection requirements and application notes for APA Performance Rated Rim Board for Canadian Limit States Design APA Performance-Rated Rim Boards Technical Guides - W345 This publication details connection requirements and application notes for APA Performance Rated Rim Board APA Performance-Rated Wood Structural Panels as Thermal Barriers for Foam Plastics Technical Topic - TT-060 Provides a recommendation for foam plastic roof insulation over minimum Performance Category 15/32 engineered wood panels that meet the 15-minute thermal barrier requirement APA Rated Sheathing Specification Guide - SP-1103 This publication provides an overview of the APA trademark and includes a sample specification for APA Rated Sheathing. APA Rated Siding Panels Over Rigid Foam Insulation Sheathing Technical Note - C465 This publication provides installation recommendations and test results for energy-saving APA Sturd-I-Wall construction APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor (OSB) Specification Guide - SP-1102 This publication provides an overview of the APA trademark and includes a sample specification for APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor (OSB). APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor (Plywood) Specification Guide - SP-1102 This publication provides an overview of the APA trademark and includes a sample specification for APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor (Plywood). APA Simple Solutions: LVL Beams & Headers Technical Guides - S700 This publication discusses the benefits of using laminated veneer lumber (LVL) beams and headers for window and door framing applications APA System Report 101: Design for Combined Shear and Uplift from Wind System Report - SR-101 This report discusses using wood structural panels to resist uplift from wind, including resistance to lateral shear forces and wind pressure perpendicular to the wall APA System Report 102: APA Simplified Wall Bracing Method System Report - SR-102 This report provides an approach to meet the requirements of the 2024, 2021, 2018, 2015 and 2012 IRC simplified wall bracing (Section R602.12). APA System Report 103: Use of Wood Structural Panels for Energy-Heel Trusses System Report - SR-103 This publication outlines a construction solution to meet the IRC’s lateral and wind uplift load requirements using wood structural panels with raised-heel, or energy-heel, trusses APA System Report 405: Fire Protection of Floors Constructed with Prefabricated Wood I-Joists for Compliance with the International Residential Code System Report - SR-405 This system report provides guidance on fire protection of floors constructed with prefabricated wood I-joist assemblies that comply with 2015, 2018, 2021 and 2024 IRC updates APA Wall Bracing Calculator Quick Start Guide Technical Guides - Q230 This guide provides basic instructions for using the APA Wall Bracing Calculator APA Wood Structural Panels Over Concrete Slabs Technical Topic - TT-007 This publication recommends three methods for the installation of a wood floor system over a concrete slab: sleepers, rigid foam or direct. Apparent and True (shear-free) E Technical Topic - TT-104 This publication explains the difference between apparent modulus of elasticity (MOE) and shear-free MOE in glulam beams Applicability of APA Trademarks on Engineered Wood Products Surface-Coated with Fire Protective Coatings Technical Topic - TT-126 Publication answers common questions about fire-protective coatings. Certification and inspection of products with fire-protective coatings are generally outside the scope of APA. Balcony Design for I-Joist Floor with Lumber Cantilever Technical Topic - TT-125 This publication provides guidance on construction of balconies with solid-sawn dimension lumber attached to I-joist floor systems in supplement to Figure 4 of APA form Z725 Buckling of Wood-Based Panel Siding Technical Note - F410 This publication describes mechanism and construction features that contribute to siding buckling Build a Better Home: Controlling Mold and Mildew Build A Better Home - A525 This publication outlines the characteristics of mold and mildew, the effect they can have on a structure and its inhabitants, and provides methods for prohibiting their growth. Build A Better Home: Moisture-Resistant Foundation Construction Build A Better Home - A520 This publication details common sources of moisture, preventive measures and design details for multiple foundation types, including slab-on-grade, crawl space and full basement. Build a Better Home: Moisture-Resistant Roof Construction Build A Better Home - A535 This publication describes several roof design and weatherproofing methods used to keep water out of a home’s interior. Build a Better Home: Moisture-Resistant Wall Construction Build A Better Home - A530 This publication describes the primary sources of moisture intrusion in wood wall construction and recommends methods to prevent moisture penetration. Build Energy Efficient Walls Technical Guides - J440 This publication provides five basic steps to construct energy-saving wood wall systems that meet code, are durable to the forces of nature and help homeowners save money. Builder Tips: 4 Ways to Minimize Nail Pops Builder Tip - S300 This publication describes how to reduce nail pops through recommended fastener selection and installation Builder Tips: APA Portal Frame Bracing Method Framing Tips Builder Tip - F435 This publication highlights essential details for using the APA narrow wall bracing method around garage openings. Builder Tips: Construct a Solid, Squeak-Free Floor System Builder Tip - Q300 This publication describes how to prevent floor complaints and callbacks with proper floor sheathing installation Builder Tips: How to Minimize Buckling of Asphalt Shingles Builder Tip - K310 Describes installation techniques for plywood and OSB roof sheathing and roof ventilation techniques that will help minimize the potential for buckling of asphalt shingles Builder Tips: Keep Glulam Looking Its Best with Proper Storage and Handling Builder Tip - F455 This publication describes best practices for storage and installation of glued laminated timber (glulam). Builder Tips: Prevent Buckling with Proper Spacing Builder Tip - M300 This publication contains spacing recommendations for APA Rated Sheathing, APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor® and APA Rated Siding. Builder Tips: Proper Selection and Installation of APA Plywood Underlayment Builder Tip - R340 This publication provides an overview of selection, handling, installation and fastening of APA plywood underlayment. Builder Tips: Proper Storage and Handling of Glulam Beams Builder Tip - R540 This publication provides recommendations for storage and handling of glulam beams. Building for High-Wind Resilience in Light-Frame Wood Construction Technical Guides - M310 This publication illustrates nine construction details that improve wind resilience in residential construction, with real-world examples of each design Burn-Through Resistance of OSB Panels Technical Topic - TT-025 This publication discusses fire test results comparing the burn-through resistance of oriented strand board (OSB) and plywood.