We Preserve Wood
Online resources
WWPI hosts four other websites featuring specific treated wood product information. Use the links below to review each site:
Comprehensive online resource to properly select and use the right preserved wood product.
See how to protect wood against fire through fire-retardant-treating by Western treaters.
Explore information on preservative-treated wood poles, which are essential to the North American electricity system.
Review current information on regulations for disposing treated wood waste (TWW) in California.
What we do
WWPI works on behalf of its members to increase public understanding and confidence in preserved wood products and secure reasonable and economic regulations regarding the production and use of these products. Guided by an active membership, the Institute’s services are provided for the following product groups or issues:
Membership
The Institute is a non-profit organization supported through the financial contributions from three membership groups:
- Treater Members – companies who operate facilities that pressure treat wood products
- Associate Members – companies directly affiliated with the industry through supplying preservatives or engaged in major wood products production and wholesaling
- Supporting Members – companies providing services or deriving benefits from the wood preserving industry
For more information on WWPI services and membership, please use the navigation bar at the top of this page to go to the respective section. To contact WWPI, please click on the Resources link and select Contact Us.