The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) has released a new comprehensive publication bringing together the latest industry standards for architectural woodwork into a single volume for the first time in nearly a decade.

Designed as a practical reference for woodworkers, designers, builders, and educators, AWI Standards 2026 compiles 14 standards covering everything from casework and countertops to wood paneling, trim, stair systems, and finishing practices.

The 433-page publication reflects updated performance-based standards developed through AWI’s ANSI-accredited consensus process aimed at supporting consistency, quality, and best practices across the woodwork industry. It covers 10 American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-accredited woodwork standards developed by AWI.

As an ANSI-accredited standards developer organization, AWI created these performance-based, public-consensus standards.

“Users will also find supplemental material provided as an additional resource to the manufacturer, design professional, educator, user, or certifying organization,” says AWI chief executve officer (CEO) Doug Hague said.

All AWI and AWI/ANSI Standards remain available for free online access.

Founded in 1953, the AWI is a professional trade association of more than 1,200 members that publishes industry standards.