The 6th edition of Design of Wood Structures-ASD/LRFD continues the sterling standard set by earlier editions. This latest edition has been updated and revised, and leads you through the complete design of a wood structure (except for the foundation), following the same sequence used in the actual design/construction process. This is an indispensable reference for anyone working in wood structure and design.

• Wood Buildings and Design Criteria
• Design Loads
• Properties of Wood and Lumber Grades
• Structural Glued Laminated Timber
• Beam Design
• Axial Forces and Combined Bending and Axial Forces
• Wood Structural Panels
• Horizontal Diaphragms
• Shearwalls
• Wood Connections – Background
• Nailed and Stapled Connections
• Bolts, Lag Bolts, and other Connectors
• Connection Hardware
• Diaphragm-to-Shearwall Anchorage
• Advanced Topics in Lateral Force Design
• Appendices