Wood Chat

Why Wood Cracks, What It Does (and Doesn’t) Mean, and How Stabilized Treated Wood Changes the Story

Why wood cracks is one of the most common questions in decks, fences, posts, and outdoor construction. Learn about why, and how stabilized wood changes the story.

Wood: Renewable, Responsible, and Ready for the Future

How forestry, durability, and standards make wood a renewable material choice.

Viance Welcomes Dr. Munkaila Musah to Research & Development Team

Viance, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Munkaila Musah to our Research & Development team as Research Scientist, Wood Preservation & Performance Testing.

UltraTie with DCOI: The Future of Railroad Crossties

Stronger, greener crossties—UltraTie with DCOI is built to last, built for tomorrow.

Viance will be at the UPMG Annual Conference

Viance will be at the SSCA Conference in Dallas

Visit Viance at the SSCA Conference in Dallas to learn about Eco-friendly UltraPole NXT with DCOI.

Visit Viance at the AREMA Annual Conference & Expo

Visit Viance at booth 800 during the AREMA Annual Conference to learn about UltraTie with DCOI crossties.

D-Blaze® FRTW: The Smarter Spec for Fire Code Compliance

When fire codes call for fire-rated assemblies, D-Blaze® Fire-Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW) delivers powerful performance, verified safety, and sustainable certifications.

Viance, a Platinum Sponsor, will be at ASLRRA Eastern & Southern Region Meeting in Charlotte, NC.

This September 9–11, 2025, Viance is proud to return as a Platinum Sponsor at the ASLRRA Eastern & Southern Region Meeting,

Viance Launches New "Viance Library" App for iOS

Viance has announced the official release of the Viance Library app, now available for free download on iOS.

Build Long-Lasting Raised Garden Beds with Confidence Using Preserve® Treated Wood.

Is treated wood safe for use in raised garden beds? The answer is Yes; and here's why.

Living Better Outdoors: Building, Enjoying, and Maintaining Safe Outdoor Spaces with Treated Wood

Discover how to live better outdoors with treated wood. From safe decks to stylish pergolas—build smarter, safer, and longer-lasting spaces.