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This library contains research reports produced by the Building America program and other building science resources used to support this Solution Center. The materials cover both new construction and existing homes. Use the search box and/or the filters to explore hundreds of residential building resources. Access to some references not produced by Building America may require purchase from the publisher. Documents are listed alphabetically. While we continually update our database, links may have changed since posting. Please contact our webmaster if you find broken links.

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Author(s)
American National Standards Institute,
Decorative Hardwoods Association
Organization(s)
ANSI,
DHA
Publication Date
Description
Standard detailing the specific requirements for all face, back, and inner ply grades as well as formaldehyde emissions, moisture content, tolerances, sanding, and grade marking which was published in 2020, can be acquired through a subscription with the ANSI webstore.
Author(s)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Organization(s)
USCPSC
Publication Date
Description
Updated detailed information about Formaldehyde.
Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Description
Detailed information about Formaldehyde including health effects and strategies to reduce exposure.
Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Description
Online course describing mold and mold remediation for environmental and public health professionals.
Author(s)
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
Organization(s)
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
Publication Date
Description
Standard describing GREENGUARD Emission Criteria for use with GREENGUARD Certification Program for Low Emitting Products.
Author(s)
U.S. Gypsum Company
Organization(s)
U.S. Gypsum Company
Publication Date
Description
Brochure discussing specific practices for mitigating moisture and mold during the construction process.
Author(s)
Baker Maurice C
Organization(s)
National Research Council Canada,
NRC
Publication Date
Description
Article describing the causes of wood decay and moisture issues.