Oriented Strand Board (OSB) doesn't look as good as plywood, but the two are virtually equal in terms of structural stability ...

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Structural I, also referred to as “STRUC I,” may be OSB or plywood and is, essentially, a subcategory of APA Rated Sheathing. Panels designated Structural I must meet all of the manufacturing and ...

We all have products or brands in our lives that earn our loyalty. For one reason or another, we don’t waver. It might be due to familiarity or fear of something new. The construction industry is ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LP Building Products recently added a new case study to its online product literature portfolio. This latest installment focuses on Poole & Poole Architecture LLC ...

Plywood used to be king for wall sheathing and flooring material, but oriented strand board (OSB), introduced in the late 70s, is now the most popular. But both have their advantages and disadvantages ...

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DEAR TIM: I'm trying to educate myself about new construction, as I'm thinking of building a new home. I have seen carpenters nail large sheets of wood onto the wall studs. What's the purpose of this ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LP Building Products recently added a new case study to its online product literature portfolio. The latest installment focuses on Lantz-Boggio Architects and their ...