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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. SONY DSC 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. 2024 Multi products OSB and plywood panels FAQs: Questions About Wood Structural Panel Exposure to Excessive Moisture FAQ - X501 This publication provides guidance about the serviceability of wood structural panels (plywood and OSB) after exposure to high levels of moisture. Moisture-Related Dimensional Stability Technical Topic - TT-028 This publication discusses linear expansion and thickness swell in wood structural panels due to moisture ADOBE STANDARD LICENSCING | Standard licenses Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may: •     Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software. •     Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000. •     Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views. •     Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times. •     Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms. •     Transfer the license to your client or employer. (With a Standard license, you may not: •     Distribute the stand-alone file. •     Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it. •     Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each.) Copyright: © Adobe Stock Moisture Control in Low Slope Roofs Technical Note - R525 This publication provides recommendations for minimizing moisture accumulation in panelized low-slope roof systems in commercial and industrial applications Moisture Exposure Recommendations for Wood Structural Panels Technical Topic - TT-002 This publication provides recommended bond classification appropriate for end use in-service moisture conditions. Wood Moisture Content and the Importance of Drying in Wood Building Systems Technical Topic - TT-111 This publication provides guidance on how to avoid potential moisture problems when using wood structural products with impermeable materials ADOBE STANDARD LICENSCING | Standard licenses Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may: •     Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software. •     Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000. •     Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views. •     Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times. •     Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms. •     Transfer the license to your client or employer. (With a Standard license, you may not: •     Distribute the stand-alone file. •     Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it. •     Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each.) Copyright: © Adobe Stock Prevent Callbacks in Wood Flooring Installation Technical Note - T350 This publication discusses how to minimize the risk of future wood flooring problems when moisture at the jobsite is an issue Proper Storage and Handling of I-Joists and LVL Technical Note - E705 This publication provides recommendations for safe handling and storage of I-joists and LVL, as well as best practices for cut-up at distribution and moisture effects. Slab-On-Grade Foundation Typical Details - DT-BB-7 This detail shows slab-on-grade foundation detail of moisture control layers. FAQs About Oriented Strand Board Technical Topic - TT-133 This publication discusses buckling, fastener recommendations, surface flaking, thickness swell, linear expansion and moisture management of OSB wood structural panels Minimizing Buckling of Wood Structural Panels Technical Note - D481 Provides design and construction practices that reduce the potential for buckling of wood structural panel sheathing caused by wood expansion due to increased moisture conditions. Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-18, Performance Standard for Wood Structural Panels Standards - S350 Performance requirements, adhesive bond performance, panel construction and workmanship, dimensions and tolerances, marking and moisture content of wood structural panels. For images that has been clearly edited (excluding being lightened/darkening, etc.) and trademarks or logos that have been removed or blurred. 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. 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). Laminated Veneer Lumber Dimension Adjustment Factors for Compliance with NIST Handbook 130 Technical Topic - TT-131 This publication provides procedures for adjusting dimensional measurements of laminated veneer lumber (LVL) in compliance with NIST Handbooks 130 and 133. ADOBE STANDARD LICENSCING | Standard licenses Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may: •     Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software. •     Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000. •     Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views. •     Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times. •     Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms. •     Transfer the license to your client or employer. (With a Standard license, you may not: •     Distribute the stand-alone file. •     Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it. •     Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each.) Copyright: © Adobe Stock Water Vapor Permeance of Wood Structural Panels and Wood Wall Construction Technical Note - J450 This publication addresses the water vapor permeance of wood structural panels and vapor retarders and their role in wall-system design Buckling of Wood-Based Panel Siding Technical Note - F410 This publication describes mechanism and construction features that contribute to siding buckling 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 ADOBE STANDARD LICENSCING | Standard licenses Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may: • Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software. • Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000. • Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views. • Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times. • Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms. • Transfer the license to your client or employer. (With a Standard license, you may not: • Distribute the stand-alone file. • Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it. • Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each.) Condensation, Causes and Control Technical Note - X485 This publication explains causes of condensation, identifies areas prone to condensation issues, and provides options to control condensation APA-Generic-Content-Card-Technical-Topic 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. ADOBE STANDARD LICENSCING | Standard licenses Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may: •     Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software. •     Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000. •     Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views. •     Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times. •     Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms. •     Transfer the license to your client or employer. (With a Standard license, you may not: •     Distribute the stand-alone file. •     Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it. •     Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each.) Copyright: © Adobe Stock Controlling Decay in Wood Construction Technical Note - R495 This publication discusses decay fungi and how to prevent/minimize degradation of wood through proper design, storage, construction and maintenance Effect of Green Lumber Framing on Wood Structural Panel Shear Wall Performance Technical Topic - TT-075 This publication discusses a test program conducted by APA to investigate the effect of constructing shear walls with green framing lumber **Please note this image may have been edited or manipulated to enhance visual quality** Glulam Connection Details Construction Guide - T300 This publication shows correct connections and common connection errors involving glued laminated (glulam) timbers Wall Penetration with Flashing Typical Details - DT-BB-8 This detail shows two-piece flashing installation at wall penetration. **Please note this image contains an errors or issue with the construction of the building or item. This image should only be used for Educational purposes.** 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. APA-Generic-Content-Card-Technical-Topic Service Life of Oriented Strand Board (OSB) Sheathing Technical Topic - TT-052 This publication provides information about the performance, proper specification and application of oriented strand board (OSB) products. 2024 Multi products OSB and plywood panels 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-Generic-Content-Card-Technical-Topic Finishing Glued Laminated Timbers Technical Topic - TT-033 This publication discusses recommendations and exceptions for finishing glulam manufactured entirely from solid-sawn lumber. Glulam Product Guide Product Guide - X440 This product guide provides an overview of APA trademarked glulam and discusses design considerations, applications and specification Subfloor Preparation to Receive Finish Flooring Technical Guides - V440 This publication provides guidelines on installing wood structural panel subfloors for optimal performance of finished floors. Temporary Expansion Joints for Large Buildings Technical Note - U425 This publication discusses expansion joint details for buildings with dimensions larger than 80 feet APA-Generic-Content-Card-Technical-Topic Wood I-Joists and APA Performance Rated Rim Boards Technical Topic - TT-022 This publication discusses the structural superiority of using APA Performance Rated Rim Boards with prefabricated wood I-joists rather than sawn lumber rim boards. ANSI/APA PRP 210-2024: Standard for Performance-Rated Engineered Wood Siding Standards - ANSI/APA PRP 210-2024 This ANSI/APA standard provides requirements and test methods for qualification and quality assurance for performance-rated engineered wood siding. APA PRI-400 Performance Standard for Residential I-Joists Standards - PRI-400 This standard contains performance criteria, qualification requirements and quality assurance information for APA Performance Rated I-joists used in residential floors. **Please note this image may have been edited or manipulated to enhance visually** APA PRI-405 Performance Standard for Commercial I-Joists Standards - PRI-405 This standard contains performance criteria, qualification requirements & quality assurance information for APA Performance Rated I-joists in commercial roof/floor construction. **Please note this image may have been edited or manipulated to enhance visually** Cross-Laminated Timber—North American CLT vs. Imported Product Technical Guides - S500 This publication describes the stringent product standards required for cross-laminated timber manufactured in North America, which may not be met by imported products Commercial-Family-Golf-Building Design of Structural Glued Laminated Timber Columns Data File - Y240 This publication provides information on member sizes and layup, design stresses, column design equations and design tables and examples. Engineered Wood Construction Guide: Panel Selection and Specification Excerpt - E30X-PSS This publication is an excerpt from the APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide, providing product descriptions and specification recommendations for wood structural panels Engineered Wood Construction Guide: Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) Selection and Specification Excerpt - E30X-SCL This publication is an excerpt from the APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide, providing descriptions and specification recommendations for structural composite lumber (SCL) fertilizer bins being constructed using Glulam Beams Evaluation of Check Size in Glued Laminated Timber Beams Technical Note - R475 This publication discusses checking in glulam beams and includes a flowchart and equations for determining allowable check size Flame-Spread Rating for Oriented Strand Board (OSB) Sheathing in Canada Technical Topic - TT-128 This publication discusses the results of a series of CAN/ULC-S102 tests of flame-spread rating (FSR) and smoke developed classification (SDC) for OSB sheathing in Canada Preservative Treatment of Glued Laminated Timber Technical Note - S580 This publication provides a summary of preservatives, treatment recommendations, use, handling and finishing tips for preservative-treated glulam beams Voluntary Product Standard PS 1-22, Structural Plywood Standards - L870 This publication is the national standard for performance requirements and marking plywood for construction and industrial uses. Wall to Foundation Flashing at Brick Ledge Typical Details - DT-BB-9 This detail shows wall-to-foundation connection at brick veneer of base flashing. APA-Generic-Content-Card-Technical-Topic 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 PRI-400 Performance Standard for Residential I-Joists, Limit States Design for Canada Standards - PRI-400 CA This standard details performance criteria, qualification requirements and quality assurance for APA Performance Rated residential I-joists, limit states design, for use in Canada 2024 Multi Product shots Engineered Wood Construction Guide Technical Guides - E30 This publication provides a comprehensive overview of engineered wood construction systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings Atlantic Station Multi-Family Building in Atlanta, Georgia (J130) Plywood Design Specification Technical Guides - Y510 This publication includes section properties, recommended design stresses and design methods for plywood manufactured under Voluntary Product Standard PS 1 2024 Plywood product shot Preservative Treated Plywood Data File - Q220 This publication discusses preservative-treated plywood covering treatment types, use categories, retention levels, fasteners, finishing and safe handling per AWPA standards. Windstorm damages sustained by residences as a result of the high winds in Rockwell, Texas in March 29, 2017. Texas Straight-Line Wind Damage Assessment Report Damage Assessment Report - SP-1182 This report summarizes the findings of a team of engineers who visited the site of a 2017 Texas windstorm to assess the damages sustained by residences