Abstract: Phenolic foams, mixtures for producing phenolic foams, and processes of manufacturing phenolic foams are disclosed. The resin utilized is a base catalyzed polycondensation product of phenol and formaldehyde which is obtained in a solid, reactive, fusible, substantially anhydrous state. The resin is foamed and hardened by the application of heat without the use of a catalyst. Heat sensitive blowing agents, either in liquid form or in particulate form may be mixed with the resin prior to heating. Surfactants and lubricants may be utilized to enhance the uniformity of the voids in the foam. The resulting foams are non-acidic, are resistant to color changes, and are substantially anhydrous.