Sustainability
Safer by design.
sustainable by nature.
Built by Nature.
Backed by Science.
Rethink what's possible with wood
Learn how FRTW offers a lower carbon footprint and meets the highest code standards- making it a smart, sustainable alternative to steel or concrete.
Wood is a naturally renewable building material with real staying power—lightweight, durable, and stores carbon over its lifetime. In fact, wood is approximately 50% carbon by dry weight*, making it a natural ally in reducing a building’s carbon footprint from day one.
At Hoover, we take it further.
Our fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) is engineered to meet the most rigorous building codes—without compromising the environmental benefits architects and builders rely on. Through our proprietary treatments, we enhance wood’s fire performance with reliable, code-compliant performance that’s been tested, trusted, and proven in real-world applications.
It’s not just sustainable. It’s smart, safe, and built for professionals designing to a higher standard.
*Source: US Forest Service
Code Compliant.
Environmentally Responsible.
By enhancing wood’s natural carbon benefits with tested fire-retardant treatment, our products supports both sustainability and life safety—without compromise.
At Hoover, sustainability is built into every step of how we treat wood. Our proprietary FRTW formulation:
Contains no halogens, heavy metals, or formaldehyde—minimizing chemical exposure during installation and across the product’s lifespan
Supports LEED and FSC certification goals—making it easier to meet green building standards
PyroGuard™ lumber and plywood qualifies for GREENGUARD Gold air quality standards—ensuring material safety even in sensitive environments
Delivers a lower embodied carbon footprint—compared to energy-intensive materials like steel or concrete
It’s not just code compliant. It’s a smarter structural solution for professionals designing and building with sustainability in mind.
Sustainablility Starts with Smart Design
Find the tools and insights you need to design with confidence, meet sustainability goals, and simplify specification.
TECHNICAL RESOURCES
Find the data to support sustainable design and code-compliant specifications.
FRTW Design & Construction Guide
Design and build sustainably with code-compliant, pressure-impregnated FRTW products.
LEARN FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Explore FRTW applications, sustainable practices, and AIA-approved courses to earn HSW credits with confidence.
Let's Talk Sustainable Design.
Speak with a Hoover expert about specifying sustainable materials or integrating FRTW into your next project.