This session equips building professionals with essential knowledge to select the optimal pressure-treated lumber for any application, ensuring project longevity and customer satisfaction.

Session Overview
Understanding Treatment Categories
Explore the critical differences between Above Ground, Ground Contact, and Marine/Heavy Duty retention categories, with detailed analysis of treatment levels, chemical composition, and performance expectations for each classification. Learn to identify visual indicators and proper end tags to verify appropriate treatment levels on the jobsite.

Application-Specific Selection Guidelines
Master the decision-making process for pressure-treated lumber selection in challenging scenarios, including: when to use Above Ground vs. Ground Contact wood, particularly in critical areas like deck posts, joists, or ledger boards.

ProWood Differentiation:
Explain how ProWood’s treatment processes meet or exceed industry standards, offering contractors peace of mind.

Key Takeaways:

Quick-reference charts or guides for wood selection by project type.
Tips for educating homeowners on the benefits of using the right materials.

Grace Bilbrough is the Director of Marketing for ProWood

Sean Collinsgru is the Owner of Premier Outdoor Living

PSP/Deck Expo 2025

Choosing The Right Pressure-Treated Wood for Your Project

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