Six impregnating phenol formaldehyde (PF) resins having low to moderate molecular weight were synthesized and evaluated for their wood veneer penetration and curing properties. Based on the results from the penetration and curing properties studies, a PF resin designated as B-2 was used to impregnate subalpine fir, white spruce and lodgepole pine veneer. LVL panels, 12 x 12 inch, were prepared with these veneers. Both modulus of rupture (MOR) and modulus of elasticity (MOE) were increased by 10 to 15% for the resin-impregnated LVL made from each of the SPF species. Edgewise bending results for specimens cut from 2 x 4 foot white spruce LVL panels showed an increase of 15% both for MOR and MOE for the resin impregnated specimens. As well, the dimensional properties (% edge swelling and % water uptake) of the SPF LVL panels were improved by 50% using the patented Forintek resin impregnation method.