USDA Forest Service - Forest Products Laboratory
Wood Handbook

VA Wood Species
Softwoods of North America (PDF 696 KB)
Hardwoods of North America (PDF 548 KB)

Wood Durability and Preservation
Chapter 14: Wood Preservation (PDF 1.2 MB)
Is Treated Wood Safe?
FAQs Regarding Treated Wood
What is Pressure Treated Wood? (PDF 272 KB)
Naturally Durable Woods (PDF 384 KB)

Wood Decks
Deck Construction and Maintenance
Decking Lumber Options (SP652) (PDF 760 KB)

Finishing Wood for Exterior Applications
Chapter 15: Finishing Wood for Exterior Applications (PDF 2.1 MB)

Wood and Mold
Mold, Housing, and Wood
Mold and Wood Products
A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home

Insects and Wood
Chapter 13: Biodeterioration of Wood (PDF 600 KB)
Wood Destroying Organisms