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19/32" T&G APA Plywood Underlayment, 15/32" APA Wood Structural Panel Subfloor, 3-Dimensional Detail Typical Details - DT-FR-1 This detail shows floor assembly of APA wood structural panel subfloor over plywood underlayment, building paper, and joists with gypsum wallboard ceiling below. 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 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 Advanced Framing Construction Guide - M400 This publication explains the components of advanced framing in floor and wall framing, including illustrated construction details Advanced Framing Boosts Energy Performance Case Studies - T110 This case study explains how a Pennsylvania home builder gained a competitive advantage by adopting advanced framing techniques that deliver lasting energy savings to customers. All-Wood Podiums in Mid-Rise Construction Case Studies - N110 This case study discusses how two mid-rise projects used all-wood podiums instead of concrete to cut construction costs, reduce building mass and improve sustainability. Alternate Insulated Three-Stud Corner (with Drywall Clips) Typical Details - DT-AF-1 This detail shows an alternative insulated 3-stud corner framing assembly with drywall clips to support the gypsum from one stud. Angle Bracket Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-1 This detail shows angle bracket hanger assembly for supporting steel sprinkler pipe from wood structural members using blocking and optional fastening methods. 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 Glued Floor System Typical Details - DT-EWG-1 This detail shows an APA glued floor system using APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor or sheathing panels. APA Panel Roof Sheathing Typical Details - DT-EWG-2 This detail shows APA Rated sheathing panels installed as roof decking over rafters or trusses with panel clips, asphalt or wood shingles, and proper edge and joint spacing. APA Panel Stair Treads and Risers Typical Details - DT-EWG-3 This detail shows APA panel stair treads and risers installed on stringers in two configurations, using plywood, OSB, or composite panels with 8d common nail fastening. APA Panel Subflooring Typical Details - DT-EWG-4 APA Rated sheathing panels installed as subflooring over 2x joists, I-joists, or floor trusses with tongue-and-groove or blocked edges on a wood-framed floor system. APA Panel Wall Sheathing Typical Details - DT-EWG-5 This detail shows APA Rated wall sheathing applied in two orientations- strength axis across or parallel to studs- with weather-resistive barrier and siding on a wood-framed wall. 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 Rated Lap Siding Over Wood Structural Panel Sheathing Typical Details - DT-EWG-6 This detail shows APA Rated lap siding installed over wood structural panel sheathing with a weather-resistive barrier on a wood-framed exterior wall assembly. APA Rated Panel Siding Over Wood Structural Panel Sheathing Typical Details - DT-EWG-7 This detail shows APA Rated siding panels applied over wood structural panel sheathing with a weather-resistive barrier on a wood-framed wall assembly. APA Rated Siding Exterior or Other Exterior Finish (Code-Recognized Type), 5/8" Type X Gypsum Sheathing, Minimum 15/32" APA Rated Sheathing Exposure 1 OSB or Plywood Typical Details - DT-FR-2 This detail shows a fire-rated wall assembly using wood structural panel sheathing over studs with gypsum wallboard, fire protective membrane, and glass fiber insulation. APA Rated Siding Exterior or Other Exterior Finish (Code-Recognized Type), 5/8" Type X Gypsum Sheathing, Minimum 7/16" APA Rated Sheathing Exposure 1 OSB or Plywood Typical Details - DT-FR-3 This detail shows fire-rated exterior wall assembly with APA rated siding over sheathing, insulation, 2x4 wood framing at 16" on center and Type X gypsum wallboard interior finish. APA Rated Siding Exterior, 5/8" Type X Gypsum Sheathing Typical Details - DT-FR-4 This detail shows a one-hour fire-rated wood-framed wall assembly with Type X gypsum sheathing and wallboard, optional insulation, and APA rated siding exterior finish. APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor 16, 20, and 24 o.c. Typical Details - DT-EWG-8 This detail shows APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor panel installation at 16", 20", or 24" o.c. joist spacing with tongue-and-groove edges over a floor framing system. APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor 32 and 48 o.c. Typical Details - DT-EWG-9 This detail shows APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor panel installation at 32" or 48" o.c. joist spacing with tongue-and-groove joints over a crawl space floor framing system. APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor 48 o.c. Typical Details - DT-EWG-10 This detail shows APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor 48 o.c. panels installed over a post-and-beam floor framing system with 4x4 posts, 4x girders, and tongue-and-groove panel edges. 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 Sturd-I-Wall (Horizontal Panel Siding Installation) Typical Details - DT-EWG-12 This detail shows APA Rated horizontal panel siding applied directly to wall framing in an APA Sturd-I-Wall system. APA Sturd-I-Wall (Vertical Panel Installation) Typical Details - DT-EWG-13 This detail shows APA Rated vertical panel siding applied directly to wall framing in an APA Sturd-I-Wall system with weather-resistive barrier. 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 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 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. 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. Backer Block Typical Details - DT-IJ-1 This detail outlines backer block installation for single and double I-joist headers. 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 Beam at End Wall Bearing, Nailed Typical Details - DT-GB-1 This detail shows glulam beam bearing at an end wall. The beam is supported by trimmer studs and secured to the king stud with 16d nails. Beam at End Wall with Floor Joist Flush with Beam Typical Details - DT-GB-2 This detail shows a glulam beam connection to an end wall with flush floor joists or I-joists connected to the beam. Beam at End Wall with Floor Joist Over Beam Typical Details - DT-GB-3 This detail shows a glulam beam connection to an end wall with I-joists bearing on the beam. Brick Counter Flashing Details Typical Details - DT-BB-2 This detail shows chimney counter flashing detail of base flashing over shingle underlayment and roof deck, with counter flashing embedded in brick mortar joint. Brick Veneer Over APA Panel Sheathing Typical Details - DT-EWG-14 This detail shows brick veneer or masonry cladding installed over APA Rated wood structural panel sheathing. 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. 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 Cantilever Detail for Vertical Building Offset with Double I-Joist Typical Details - DT-IJ-2 This detail shows cantilevered double I-joists supporting a vertical building offset and specifies connections to the top plate, blocking panels, and Rim Board or APA WSP closure. Ceiling Flange Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-2 This detail shows ceiling flange hanger installation for supporting steel sprinkler system pipes from engineered wood ceiling joists. Coach Screw Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-3 This detail shows a coach screw hanger assembly for supporting steel sprinkler pipe from wood framing using filler blocks and sheet metal screws or nails. Concrete Masonry Crawl Space Foundation Typical Details - DT-BB-1 This detail shows concrete masonry crawl space foundation. Consejos Para Los Constructores: Evite el Pandeo con un Espaciado Adecuado Builder Tip - M300 LA Recomendaciones de espacio entre paneles de clasificación “APA Rated Sheathing,” los pisos de clase Sturd-I-Floor® de APA y los paneles de clasificación “APA Rated Siding." Consejos Para Los Constructores: Minimice los Clavos Sobresalientes Builder Tip - S300 LA Esta publicación describe cómo reducir los clavos sobresalientes con la selección e instalación recomendada de elementos de fijación. Construction Practices for Wood I-Joist Floor Vibration Retrofit Data File - D720 This publication identifies the causes of and remedies for excessive floor vibration. Construir un Sistema de Piso Sólido, Libre de Chirridos Builder Tip - Q300 LA Esta publicación describe cómo prevenir quejas y arreglos del sistema de piso con una instalación correcta del tablero estructural. Continuous Beam Over Intermediate Steel Column Typical Details - DT-GB-10 This detail shows two options for connecting a continuous glulam floor beam to an intermediate steel column using either a steel post cap or steel cap plate. Continuous Floor Beam Over Wood Support Typical Details - DT-GB-11 This detail shows two connection options for a continuous glulam floor beam bearing on a wood support. 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 CPVC Hanger - Double Offset Typical Details - DT-SPR-4 This detail shows double offset CPVC sprinkler pipe hanger assembly using 2x4 blocking with sheet metal screws or nails, supporting 3" maximum diameter pipe per NFPA 13. CPVC Hanger - Face Mount Typical Details - DT-SPR-5 This detail shows two installation options for face-mounting CPVC sprinkler pipe hangers to wood blocking using either sheet metal screws or nail-and-block combinations. CPVC Hanger - Offset Typical Details - DT-SPR-6 This detail shows offset hanger installation for CPVC sprinkler system pipes showing two attachment options using backing nuts or sheet metal screws with lumber blocking. CPVC Hanger in Web Bore Typical Details - DT-SPR-7 This detail shows proper installation of a CPVC sprinkler system pipe hanger through an I-joist web bore, with maximum diameter and load requirements per NFPA 13. 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 Data File: APA Rim Board in Fire Rated Assemblies Data File - D350 This publication provides recommendations for the use of APA rim board in conjunction with fire-rated wall/floor assemblies, based on the US Forest Product Laboratory testing Data File: Selection, Installation and Preparation of Plywood Underlayment Data File - L335 This publication provides recommendations for the installation and preparation of underlayment under finish flooring in residential and light commercial applications Decay of Engineered Wood Products Customer Service Tip - W505 This publication discusses the causes of fungal decay in wood structural panels and how proper design, construction and maintenance can prevent fungal decay. Designing Diaphragms Over Existing Board Floors or Roofs Technical Topic - TT-097 This publication explains the design considerations for installing a wood structural panel diaphragm over existing board sheathing (decking) in floors or roofs. Dusting of Concrete Poured Against Plywood Forms Technical Topic - TT-029 This publication discusses causes of surface dusting on concrete surfaces when poured against plywood forms and provides tips for prevention and remedial action. 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 Effect of Large Diameter Horizontal Holes on the Bending and Shear Properties of Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) Technical Note - V900 This publication supplements APA Form G535, providing an analytical tool in situations when horizontal holes in LVL exceeding the prescriptive guidance in APA G535 are necessary Effect of Large Diameter Horizontal Holes on the Bending and Shear Properties of Structural Glued Laminated Timber (Glulam) Technical Note - V700 This publication is a supplement to APA S560, providing an analytical tool in situations when horizontal holes exceeding the prescriptive guidance in APA S560 are necessary Effect of Overdriven Fasteners On Shear Capacity Technical Topic - TT-012 This publication provides suggested guidelines for determining if overdriven fasteners will affect the shear capacity of diaphragm or shear wall construction End and Edge Distances, Loaded and Unloaded Typical Details - DT-SPR-8 This detail shows proper bolt spacing requirements including loaded edge distance, unloaded edge distance, end distance, and spacing between rows of bolts. Energy-Conserving Wall Assemblies Typical Details - DT-EWG-16 This detail shows two energy-conserving exterior wall assemblies. Energy-Heel Truss Attachment to Sheathing Typical Details - DT-RH-1 This detail shows raised heel energy truss attachment to an exterior wall for additional attic insulation space. Engineered Wood Construction Guide Technical Guides - E30 This publication provides a comprehensive overview of engineered wood construction systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings Engineered Wood Construction Guide: Additional Fire and Building Systems Excerpt - E30X-AFBS Summary of special systems, including fire resistant construction, fire protected assemblies, wind-resistive roofs, energy conservation and panels over metal framing Engineered Wood Floor Systems (Canada) Construction Guide - R300 Provides specification recommendations for plywood and OSB floor systems, the APA Glued Floor System and installation recommendations for panel subflooring and underlayment Engineered Wood Gets an Easy A Case Studies - W170 This case study discusses two Washington school districts that creatively leveraged the benefits of exposed wood products in newly constructed schools. Engineered Wood Products Help Navigate Design Challenges and Tariffs for North Carolina Senior Living Project Case Studies - C440 This case study discusses how engineered wood products helped overcome structural, acoustic and cost challenges at a North Carolina senior living expansion project. Engineered Wood Sprouts Solutions for Supermarket Chain Case Studies - Z110 This case study discusses how a Sprouts grocery store used engineered wood instead of steel for the roof system to solve supply chain challenges and reduce their carbon footprint. Engineered Wood Wall Systems (Canada) Construction Guide - R310 This publication provides an overview of commonly used wall systems and explains how wood structural panels can be used to meet fundamental requirements in wall applications Exemption of Special Inspection on Glulam Based on the 2019 California Building Code Technical Topic - TT-108 This publication clarifies the intent of the California Building Code exemption for special inspection on glulam outlined in Section 1705.5.4 Exterior Deck Water-Resistive System Typical Details - DT-BB-3 This detail shows exterior deck ledger connection to wood I-joist floor system of water-resistant flashing. Eye Rod Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-9 This detail shows eye rod hanger for supporting steel sprinkler pipes from wood framing using filler blocks and sheet metal screws or nails per NFPA 13 requirements. 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 FAQs: Questions About Structural Plywood and OSB Performance FAQ - F505 This publication answers questions about structural plywood and OSB panel performance, grade, growth and natural characteristics. 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. Fastener Loads for Plywood - Screws Technical Note - E830 This publication summarizes APA test data on ultimate withdrawal and ultimate lateral loads for plywood joints fastened with wood screws and sheet metal screws. Field Notching and Drilling of Glued Laminated Timber Beams Technical Note - S560 This publication provides guidance for notching and drilling on glulam when the end notching and drilling of horizontal though-thickness holes cannot be avoided Field Notching and Drilling of Laminated Veneer Lumber Technical Note - G535 This publication provides guidance for notching and drilling on LVL when the end notching and drilling of horizontal through-thickness holes cannot be avoided. Field Repairs of Plywood Technical Note - J805 This publication describes methods for field restoration of plywood to near its original condition and appearance Finishing APA Rated Siding Builder Tip - Q350 This publication describes recommended finishes and application recommendations for APA Rated Siding. Finishing Glued Laminated Timbers Technical Topic - TT-033 This publication discusses recommendations and exceptions for finishing glulam manufactured entirely from solid-sawn lumber. Fire-Retardant-Treated (FRT) Plywood Technical Note - K320 Discusses fire-retardant-treated plywood specifications, code-compliant applications, testing standards and structural requirements for commercial and residential construction. Floor Squeaks: Causes, Solutions and Prevention Technical Note - C468 This publication discusses typical floor squeak causes and provides corrections and preventative measures. FM Class 1-120 Typical Details - DT-EWG-18 This detail shows an FM Class 1-120 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels over steel joists. FM Class 1-135 Typical Details - DT-EWG-19 This detail shows an FM Class 1-135 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels. FM Class 1-90 Typical Details - DT-EWG-20 This detail shows an FM Class 1-90 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels with foam insulation, fiberboard cover board, and built-up or modified bitumen roofing. Force Transfer Around Openings Shear Walls Typical Details - DT-FTO-1 This detail shows the layout of a force transfer around opening shear wall. Formaldehyde and Engineered Wood Products Technical Note - J330 This publication addresses concerns related to formaldehyde in engineered wood products and explains their exemption from leading formaldehyde emission standards and regulations. Framing Anchor to Backer Block Typical Details - DT-IJ-3 This detail shows installation of backer and filler blocks for a double I-joist header supporting a stair stringer that is attached with a framing anchor. Frequently Asked Questions About Portal Frames Technical Topic - TT-080 This publication answers FAQs about portal frame construction from the APA 2018 IRC wall bracing webinar series Garage Door Header to End Wall, King Stud Nailed to Beam Typical Details - DT-GH-1 This detail shows a connection of a garage door header at and end wall where a glulam beam is connected to a king stud with nails. Garage Door Header to End Wall, Steel Tie Plate Typical Details - DT-GH-2 This detail shows a connection of a garage door header and an end wall using a steel plate fastened to a solid wood post, glulam column or studs. Glulam Appearance Classifications for Construction Applications Technical Note - Y110 This publication clarifies the distinction between appearance considerations and structural properties of glulam timbers and appearance classifications of glulam members. Glulam Connection Details Construction Guide - T300 This publication shows correct connections and common connection errors involving glued laminated (glulam) timbers Glulam Floor Beams Technical Guides - C415 This publication contains span tables for glulam floor beams in residential construction, tables for substituting glulam for steel beams and design details. Glulam Garage Door Headers Offer Design Options Technical Guides - C410 This publication provides connection details and installation recommendations for glulam in residential garage door framing. Glulam Product Guide Product Guide - X440 This product guide provides an overview of APA trademarked glulam and discusses design considerations, applications and specification Going for Bold: Window Into Affordability Case Studies - X170 This case study discusses how the Las Ventanas affordable housing project used glulam, LVL, OSB and FTAO design principles to cut costs and streamline construction. Hanging Floor for SIPs Typical Details - DT-SIP-3 This detail shows how to attach a floor system in between the top and bottom of two SIP walls by hanging the joists at the top of a SIP with top mount hangers and a cap plate. Heavily Loaded Drywall Carts Technical Topic - TT-024 This publication discusses how to avoid floor panel puncture from drywall carts by consulting PS 2 for minimum concentrated static loads and heavy concentrated loads Heavy Timber Construction Typical Details - DT-EWG-21 This detail shows a heavy timber roof construction assembly using APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor T&G panels over structural glulam or solid timber beams with built-up roofing. Holes in Structural Glued Laminated Timber (Glulam) Rim Board in Light-Frame Wood Construction Technical Topic - TT-135 Provides recommendations for hole size and segment length for glulam rim board for situations where holes are not specified in the construction documents or shop drawings. Horizontal Beltline Joints Typical Details - DT-EWG-22 This detail shows three horizontal beltline joint configurations for APA panel siding at floor lines in multistory construction. Horizontal Wall Joints Typical Details - DT-EWG-23 This detail shows three horizontal joint configurations for APA panel siding — butt and flash, lap, and shiplap — each with blocking flatwise or edgewise at the joint location. I-Joist Blocking Panel Typical Details - DT-IJ-5 This detail shows the installation of PRI blocking panels between I-joists, attached to top plate with face nails for shear transfer at floor sheathing boundaries. I-Joist Cantilever Detail for Balconies Typical Details - DT-IJ-6 This detail outlines proper construction methods for cantilevered I-joist floor extensions, such as balconies. I-Joist Fire Assembly with 5/8" inch Gypsum Board Above Flange Typical Details - DT-FPF-5 This detail shows an I-joist floor assembly with 5/8" gypsum board placed above the bottom flange for fire protection per IRC Section R503. I-Joist Fire Assembly with Gypsum Board Typical Details - DT-FPF-2 This detail shows 1/2" gypsum board fastened to the bottom flange of an I-joist floor assembly for fire protection per IRC Section R702.3.1. I-Joist Fire Assembly with Mineral Wool Typical Details - DT-FPF-7 This detail shows an I-joist floor assembly with mineral wool insulation for fire protection per IRC Section R503. I-Joist Floor Details for 2-Inch-Thick Foundation Foam Insulation Technical Topic - TT-129 This publication presents four construction details for incorporating 2-inch-thick foundation foam insulation into residential I-joist floor assemblies. I-Joists Bearing on Floor Beam Typical Details - DT-GB-12 This detail shows I-joists bearing on a glulam floor beam with face nail connections and blocking not shown for clarity. Imported Plywood Panels from Brazil Product Advisory - SP-1185 This publication provides test results for imported plywood panels from Brazil, evaluated for conformance to U.S. Product Standard PS 1 Installation of APA Plywood Underlayment Typical Details - DT-EWG-24 This detail shows APA plywood underlayment installation over APA Rated sheathing subfloor. Installation of Stucco Exterior Finish Over Wood Structural Panel Wall Sheathing Data File - Q370 This publication describes recommended wall construction methods for the installation of stucco exterior finish over structural wood panel wall sheathing Insulated Three-Stud Corner (California Corner) Typical Details - DT-AF-2 This detail shows an insulated three-stud outside corner (California corner) framing assembly. Insulated Three-Stud Corner (Inside Corner) Typical Details - DT-AF-3 This detail shows an insulated three-stud inside corner framing assembly. Intersecting Wall Connection Typical Details - DT-AF-4 This detail shows connections of intersecting single 2x top plates with steel plates and alternate lumber splice connections. Joists Mounted Flush with Floor Beam Typical Details - DT-GB-13 This detail shows two floor joist flush connections options: one face mounted hanger and one top mounted hanger. Ladder Junction Typical Details - DT-AF-5 This detail shows an advanced framed wall junction with single top plates and 2x ladder blocking spaced vertically at 24” O.C. for an interior wall to exterior wall connection. Large Opening Single Headers Typical Details - DT-AF-6 This detail shows the use of a single header with a width less than the wall to create more space for insulation. Lightweight or Gypsum Concrete Topping, 15/32" APA Wood Structural Panel Subfloor, 3-Dimensional Detail Typical Details - DT-FR-5 This detail shows three-dimensional floor assembly of APA wood structural panel subflooring with gypsum concrete topping over joists and Type X gypsum wallboard ceiling below. Load Carried by Flanges Typical Details - DT-SPR-11 Installation detail for supporting steel sprinkler pipes from structural framing using hanger blocks with fastening specifications for different pipe sizes and loads. Longitudinal Top Plate Splice Typical Details - DT-AF-7 Lumber Cantilever Detail for Balconies Typical Details - DT-IJ-7 This detail outlines a construction method for balconies using cantilevered lumber extensions attached to I-joists at their back span. Lumber Joists Bearing on Floor Beams Typical Details - DT-GB-14 This detail shows a cross-section of sawn lumber floor joists secured by toe nails supported by a glulam beam. Main and Side Members Typical Details - DT-SPR-12 This detail shows fastener connection between main member (last member penetrated) and side member (first member penetrated) in wood construction. Method ABW – Alternate Braced Wall Typical Details - DT-WB-2 This detail shows the alternate braced wall bracing method and its requirements including sheathing fastening, framing requirements, and foundation anchorage. Method CS-PF - Continuously Sheathed Portal Frame Panel Construction Typical Details - DT-WB-4 This detail shows the wall bracing method continuously sheathed portal frame and its requirements including anchorage, minimum member sizes, and sheathing attachment. Method PFG – Intermittent Portal Frame at Garage Door Openings in SDC A, B and C Typical Details - DT-WB-7 This detail shows the wall bracing method portal frame at a garage and its requirements including sheathing attachment, minimum member sizes, and anchorage. Method PFH – Intermittent Portal Frame with Hold Down Typical Details - DT-WB-9 This detail shows the wall bracing method portal frame with hold down and its requirements including minimum framing sizes, sheathing attachment, hold-downs, and anchorage. 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. Minimizing Floor Vibration by Design and Retrofit Technical Note - E710 This publication covers vibration perception, fundamental natural frequency, criteria for floor vibration control and guidelines to remedy existing floor vibration problems. Minimum 1/2" APA Rated Siding Exterior Plywood, 1" Rigid Foam Insulation Sheathing; Exterior Finish-Elastomeric Coating, 1" Rigid Foam Insulation Sheathing, Minimum 1/2" APA Rated Sheathing Exposure 1 Plywood Typical Details - DT-FR-7 Fire-rated wall assembly of two UL-rated configurations (U330 and U335) with different exterior finishes over wood framing with mineral wool or glass fiber insulation. 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. Moisture-Related Dimensional Stability Technical Topic - TT-028 This publication discusses linear expansion and thickness swell in wood structural panels due to moisture Multiple Small-Diameter Holes for Electrical Cables Technical Topic - TT-132 Recommendations for cutting holes in I-joists, LVL and glulam for electrical cables in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC) and International Residential Code (IRC) Nail Spacing Recommendations for APA EWS Rim Boards and I-joists Technical Topic - TT-094 This publication provides tables of the minimum recommended nail spacing for APA EWS Rim Boards and I-joists. Nail-Base Sheathing for Siding and Trim Attachment Construction Guide Technical Guides - Q250 Determine the type and spacing of siding fasteners to meet building code requirements when using wood structural panel sheathing as a nail base (also called nailable sheathing) Nailer Anchored with Power Driven Fasteners Typical Details - DT-WOM-1 This detail shows wood nailer attachment to steel wide flange beam using drive pins to support APA panel deck, secured with power driven fasteners. NFPA 13 Steel Angle Trapeze with Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-13 This detail shows steel angle trapeze hanger system for supporting CPVC or steel sprinkler pipes from wood joists per NFPA 13 requirements with two installation options. Noise-Resistant Floor Assembly Typical Details - DT-EWG-26 This detail shows noise-resistant floor/ceiling assembly using APA Rated sheathing subfloor, lightweight concrete topping, resilient channels, and gypsum wallboard. Noise-Resistant Party Wall Typical Details - DT-EWG-27 This detail shows a noise-resistant wall assembly in plan view using staggered 2x4 studs on 2x6 plates with APA Rated sheathing and gypsum wallboard to reduce sound transmission. Non-Load-Bearing Partitions on APA Structural Panels and Floor Joists Technical Note - B429 This publication explains how to determine partition load, including situations where additional joists are required to account for the weight of partition walls. Offset Eye-Socket Hanger Typical Details - DT-SPR-14 This detail shows installation of an offset eye-socket hanger supporting a 4-inch steel sprinkler pipe with filler block bearing and fastening requirements. One-Hour Combustible Floor-Ceiling And Roof-Ceiling Assemblies - I-Joists Typical Details - DT-EWG-28 This detail shows one-hour fire-resistive floor/ceiling assemblies using wood I-joists with APA Sturd-I-Floor decking and gypsum wallboard ceiling systems with furring channels. One-Hour Combustible Floor-Ceiling Assemblies - Lumber Joists Typical Details - DT-EWG-29 This detail shows two one-hour fire-rated floor/ceiling assemblies with lumber joists. One-Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Load-Bearing Wall Assembly Typical Details - DT-EWG-30 One-hour fire-rated exterior wall assembly using APA Rated siding, gypsum sheathing, weather-resistive barrier, and Type X gypsum wallboard over 2x4 wood stud framing. One-Hour Fire-Rated Glulam Beam (Layup for Simple Span) Typical Details - DT-FR-9 This detail shows cross-section of a one-hour fire-rated glulam beam layup configuration with compression lams at top, core lams in center, and tension lams at bottom. One-Hour Load-Bearing Exterior Wall System, 2x6 Studs @ 16" o.c. Typical Details - DT-FR-10 This detail shows a one-hour fire-rated load bearing exterior wall assembly using 2x6 wood studs at 16 inches on center with Type X gypsum wallboard on both sides. One-Hour Load-Bearing Interior Wall System, 2x4 Studs @ 16" o.c. Typical Details - DT-FR-11 One-hour fire-rated interior partition wall assembly with 2x4 wood studs at 16” o.c., 3-1/2-inch mineral wool insulation, and 5/8-inch Type X gypsum wallboard on both sides. One-Hour Load-Bearing Interior Wall System, 2x6 Studs @ 16" o.c. Typical Details - DT-FR-12 This detail shows a one-hour fire-rated interior wall assembly with 2x6 studs at 16 inches on center, mineral wool insulation, and gypsum wallboard on both sides. One-Sided Wood Structural Panel Box Header Typical Details - DT-AF-8 This detail shows a one-sided box header built using wood structural panels on the exterior face of the wall to eliminate conventional headers and increase cavity insulation space. Open Soffit Typical Details - DT-EWG-31 This detail shows APA Rated sheathing panels installed as an open soffit on exposed roof rafters with weather-protected edges. Opening in Non-Load-Bearing Walls Typical Details - DT-AF-10 This detail shows framing for an opening in a non-load-bearing wall using a single opening top plate, cripple studs, and jack studs without conventional headers. Oriented Strand Board Product Guide - W410 This product guide provides an overview of oriented strand board (OSB) and discusses OSB composition, properties, code acceptances and applications Panel Edge Support for Narrow-Width Roof Sheathing Technical Note - R275 This publication provides recommendations from APA research on the performance of 24-inch and narrower roof sheathing panels Panels Attached Directly to Formed Steel Joist Typical Details - DT-WOM-2 This cross-section detail shows APA panel deck attachment to metal C or box section joist using hardened screwshank nails or self-tapping fasteners with optional adhesive. Panels for Soffit Applications Builder Tip - N330 This publication discusses recommended panels and spans for open and closed soffits. Panels Nailed to Nailable Steel Joists Typical Details - DT-WOM-3 This connection detail shows APA panel deck attachment to nailable steel joists using hardened screwshank nails and 2x4 nailer blocking at panel edges. Performance Rated I-Joists Design and Construction Guide Construction Guide - Z725 This publication discusses span ratings, installation details, cantilever designs, architectural specifications and engineering design properties for APA Performance Rated I-Joists Performance Rated Panels Product Guide - F405 This product guide describes performance standards, applications, trademark and performance category information for APA Performance Rated Panels Performance-Rated I-Joist Roof Framing Details Technical Guides - D710 This publication includes recommended construction details for I-joists in roof applications. Permitted Framing Alignment Offsets - Single Top Plates Typical Details - DT-AF-11 This detail shows permitted framing alignment for trusses, floor joists, rafters, and ceiling joists above (or below) studs when using a single top plate. 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. 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 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 PRI Blocking Typical Details - DT-IJ-8 This detail shows PRI blocking installation. It outlines where blocking is required, how to attach blocking and floor joists to a double top plate, and vertical load capacities. PRI Rim Joist Typical Details - DT-IJ-9 This detail outlines the attachment of PRI (Performance Rated I-joist) rim to floor joists and a double top plate. It also includes bearing and vertical load transfer requirements. Product Guide: HDO/MDO Plywood Product Guide - B360 Describes high density overlay (HDO) and medium density overlay (MDO) plywood applications, properties and characteristics, and shop practice and finishing recommendations Product Guide: Performance Rated Siding Product Guide - E300 Describes the following for performance rated siding: face grades, textures and patterns; finishing; ordering/specifying; basic application recommendations Proper Installation of APA Rated Sheathing for Roof Applications Builder Tip - N335 This publication provides step-by-step instructions for roof sheathing installation 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. R20 Wall—2x4 Framing Typical Details - DT-CWA-1 This detail shows R20 2x4 wall assembly at 16" o.c. with insulated header, insulated siding (R3 min.), insulated corner, R15 cavity insulation, and wood structural panel sheathing. R20 Wall—Advanced Framing Techniques Typical Details - DT-CWA-2 R20 advanced framing wall assembly at 24" o.c. minimum with insulated corner, engineered wood or lumber header, R19 compressed fiberglass batts & wood structural panel sheathing. R20 Wall—Insulated Headers Typical Details - DT-CWA-3 This detail shows R20 wall assembly at 24" o.c. with insulated header (R13.8), insulated corner, R21 cavity insulation, and wood structural panel sheathing with wood/vinyl siding. R20 Wall—Insulated Siding Typical Details - DT-CWA-4 This detail shows R20 wall assembly with insulated siding (R2 min.), engineered wood or lumber header, wood structural panel sheathing, and R19 compressed fiberglass batts. R21 Wall—Advanced Framing Techniques Typical Details - DT-CWA-5 This detail shows R21 advanced framing wall assembly with insulated header and corner, wood structural panel sheathing, and fiberglass batt insulation at 16" or 24" o.c. spacing. Rain-Screen Wall Details Typical Details - DT-BB-4 This detail shows rain-screen wall assembly of furring strips creating a drainage airspace over water-resistive barrier and wood structural panel sheathing. Raised-Heel Trusses for Efficient, Cost-Effective, Comfortable Homes Technical Guides - R330 This publication describes the key components of raised-heel trusses and identifies the advantages of using them in conjunction with continuous wood structural panel wall sheathing Recommendations for Snow and Ice on Wood Structural Panels Technical Topic - TT-119 This publication describes APA recommended guidelines for snow and ice accumulation on wood structural panels Research Report 154: Wood Structural Panel Shear Walls Research Report - Q260 This report includes test results of unblocked, stapled and metal-framed shear walls, and a summary of previous shear wall tests. Residential Garage Door Installation Details with Prefabricated Wood I-Joists Technical Topic - TT-130 This publication provides a method for garage door installation with back-hangs that are attached to the bottom flange of residential I-joists with lag screws. Ridging in Single Layer Floor Panels Customer Service Tip - W503 This publication discusses the causes, prevention and remedial treatment for floor sheathing ridging. Rim Board for SIPs Typical Details - DT-SIP-4 This detail shows installation of a floor system between the top and bottom of two SIP walls with the joists directly on top of the SIP with a cap plate and rim board end closure. Roof Construction (Canada) Construction Guide - R305 This publication provides specification recommendations for plywood and OSB roof systems and installation recommendations for panel roofs Roof Ridge Detail—Pan and Cover Tile Typical Details - DT-BB-5 This detail shows pan and cover tile roof ridge detail of APA rated sheathing. Santa Barbara Apartments Case Studies - S125 This case study discusses how glulam beams and wood structural panel shear walls were used to construct a California apartment complex on budget. Shear Transfer at Engineered Wood Floors Data File - Y250 This publication discusses diaphragm perimeter nailing and transfer of shear wall forces from the walls above into the foundation/wall framing. Shear Wall Hold-Down Anchor Typical Details - DT-EWG-33 This detail shows a hold down anchor assembly connecting a shear wall to a concrete foundation to resist overturning forces. Shear Wall Lumber Framing: Double 2X Framing vs. Single 3X Framing at Adjoining Panel Edges Technical Topic - TT-076 This publication provides an evaluation of double 2x framing members as substitutes when single 3x framing members at adjoining panel edges are specified by code for shear walls Shear Wall Test Results Comparing 8d Common and 8d Box Nails Technical Topic - TT-087 This publication provides results from full-scale shear-wall tests and demonstrates the conservative capacities given in ESR-1539. Sheathing Reinforcement for Cantilevered I-Joist for Vertical Building Offset One Side Typical Details - DT-IJ-11 This detail shows installation of a sheathing reinforcement on cantilevered I-joists at a vertical building offset and specifies a reinforcement for one side of the I-joist. Sheathing Reinforcement for Cantilevered I-Joist for Vertical Building Offset Two Sides Typical Details - DT-IJ-12 This detail shows installation of a sheathing reinforcement on cantilevered I-joists at a vertical building offset and specifies reinforcement for two sides of the I-joist. Sill Flashing at Sliding Glass Door Typical Details - DT-BB-6 This detail shows sill flashing detail at sliding glass door of pan flashing counter-flashing deck flashing and water-resistive barrier. Simple Air Sealing with OSB and Plywood Sheathing Technical Guides - T210 This publication details 10 common sources of air infiltration that should be checked and sealed during construction