TDL - Special Applications - Permanent Wood Foundations

American Forest & Paper Association
Permanent Wood Foundation Basic Requirements - Technical Report No. 7
Design and construction of basement and crawl-space foundations using pressure-treated wood and conventional framing methods. Code-approved. 8 pages. #T07.


Canadian Wood Council
Permanent Wood Foundations
A construction guide covering all aspects of building a PWF, including basements add-ons and attached garages. Numerous design tables and detailed drawings. 130 pages.


Southern Pine Council
Permanent Wood Foundations: Design & Construction Guide
Design specifications and structural requirements for PWF systems. Typical applications are illustrated. 60 pages. #400.


Facts About Permanent Wood Foundations
Wood industry response to claims made by the concrete industry concerning PWF systems. Details advantages of using a PWF system. 16 pages. #401.

A Home Buyer’s Guide to the Permanent Wood Foundation
Advantages of building a new home with the PWF system. 8 pages. #402.

Your First Look: the Permanent Wood Foundation System
Explains basics of the PWF system, plus advantages. Lists PWF acceptances by building code, lending, and insurance agencies. 2 pages. #405.