LP Building Products Releases Infographic on Plate Shrinkage in Tall Wood Building

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 17, 2013) – Wood-framed buildings are going higher, with more builders considering wood for four, five and even six story buildings. As buildings go up, builders have to consider the effect of moisture changes on wood. Laminated Strand Lumber (LSL) can significantly reduce plate shrinkage in taller buildings. To learn more about how LP® SolidStart® LSL can help builders mitigate wall movement, visit WhatIsLSL.com.

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About LP Building Solutions - As a leader in high-performance building solutions, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions, NYSE: LPX) manufactures engineered wood building products that meet the demands of builders worldwide. Its extensive offerings include innovative and dependable building products and accessories, such as LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding, LP Structural Solutions portfolio (LP WeatherLogic® Air & Water Barrier, LP Legacy® Premium Sub-Flooring, LP® TechShield® Radiant Barrier, LP® FlameBlock® Fire-Rated Sheathing and more), oriented strand board (OSB), LP® TopNotch® Sub-Flooring, LP® Outdoor Building Solutions®, and LP Elements® Performance Fencing. In addition to product solutions, LP provides industry-leading service and warranties. Since its founding in 1972, LP has been Building a Better World™ by helping customers construct beautiful, durable homes. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates 26 plants across the U.S., Canada, Chile and Brazil. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.