Selecting the right lumber is essential for structural performance, building code compliance, long-term durability and safety. Understanding lumber grades helps builders, architects and contractors choose materials that meet project requirements with confidence. The Hoover team has put together an informative breakdown of how lumber is graded, how pressure-treated lumber grades
Today the design community has shifted its focus to more welcoming, comforting buildings designed for people’s daily lives. Natural materials like wood and stone, access to daylight, and connections to the outdoors are no longer considered “nice to have” — they are central to how spaces support comfort, well-being and
What to Look for in Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood: Performance, Engineering and Code Compliance Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood Is More Than a Treatment — It Is an Engineered Building Technology Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) is often described as wood that has been chemically treated to reduce flame spread. While technically true, that definition is incomplete
Across the country, communities are facing a shared challenge: how to build more housing while managing growing safety risks. Bipartisan efforts at the federal, state and local levels continue to push for increased housing production to ease supply shortages. As a result, development is expanding beyond traditional urban cores and
Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) plays an increasingly important role in modern construction. It meets strict fire-safety requirements, supports sustainable building goals and allows designers to incorporate the warmth and versatility of wood into projects where fire performance is critical. But specifying FRTW correctly can be complicated. Codes reference multiple standards, and
At Hoover Treated Wood Products, we understand that building safe, durable structures requires materials that meet the highest standards. Since 1955, we’ve stood behind our commitment to Build By The Code. Live By The Code. Our Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood (FRTW) products complete a proprietary pressure-treatment process that enhances the natural properties of wood. It ensures maximum performance without sacrificing our commitment to sustainability. Step #1: Receiving Raw Materials Hoover operates a nationwide network
Building and fire safety codes continue to evolve across commercial, multifamily, and residential construction. Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood (FRTW) plays a major role in meeting code and improving building performance. Understanding what FRTW is, how it works, and when it is required helps builders, architects, and code officials choose the right solution for each project. What Is Fire-Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW)?
Last month, Hoover’s Dr. Dave Bueche and Jim Gogolski joined Shaunna’s Summer Study Sessions, a weeklong online event hosted by Mozingo Code Group, LLC. Designed to give architects, contractors, and code officials across the country a chance to sharpen their skills, the event featured targeted webinars on some of today’s
A deep dive into how treated wood products help architects and contractors stay compliant with fire safety standards. As fire safety codes evolve, architects and contractors face growing pressure to specify and supply building materials that are both high performing and code compliant. Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) plays a key role
Promoting fire-safe solutions for high-profile and high-occupancy projects. June is National Safety Month, a timely reminder of the need to protect the spaces where people live, work and play. For schools, hospitals, and other essential buildings, fire safety isn’t optional, it’s essential. And when it comes to reducing risk
