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Fire Retardant Treated LVL and Scaffold Plank

Hoover now offers fire retardant or preservative treatment for laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and Scaffold Plank . Contact Sales via email (Sales@frtw.com) or phone (1.800.531.5558) for more information.

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