In addition to the physical collection, the library has access to many university and commercial databases. The collection focuses on wood properties, forest products manufacturing, product performance, and materials testing. Special collections are available or being organized in Hardwoods, Fire performance, Seismic performance, and Nondestructive evaluation. The subject categories include Anatomy and wood identification Physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of wood Wood deterioration and protection Wood drying Adhesives Tree growth and development Pulp and paper technology Biomass characteristics and utilization Circulation Patrons with a valid UC library card may check out books and bound journals for one month. Items that have been checked out must be returned directly to the Forest Products Library or to the Biosciences Library on the Berkeley campus.
Renewals are possible by telephone.
Other patrons may use the materials on site. Patrons may request items through the Biosciences Library. It generally takes two working days for requested items to be delivered to the Biosciences Library. Services Photocopy machine, microfiche reader, and film viewer are available.