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Most Popular Home Styles by Region
From Cape Cods in the Northeast to modern houses overlooking the Pacific, you can often tell where you are in the U.S. by the most popular …
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Creating Distinction and Variety in Tract Housing
Some new-build communities have limited exterior design options, making entire neighborhoods look the same, with little variety in appearan…
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A Renovator’s Perspective: Why LP® SmartSide® Siding Products are Faster to Install
As a busy remodeler, it’s one thing to use LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products because they are durable, lo…
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Dos and Don’ts of Installing Alternative-Use Sheds
Traditional sheds offer practical storage for items like tools, garden equipment and out-of-season toys. Today, sheds are becoming an exten…
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Budget-Friendly Architectural Styles for Modern Multifamily Builds
Masterfully achieving modern architectural styles in multifamily designs takes expertise and patience, especially when a tight budget compe…
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Deciding Factors in Switching to One of the Most Durable Siding Solutions on the Market
Are you a builder or remodeler who is considering the use of a new siding material? Durability is likely a top concern as you evaluate any …
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Siding Benefits for Builders to Look For
What are the key benefits that both the contractor and the homeowner should be aware of when choosing a siding product? Here are some tips …
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Illinois Builder Finds Improved Workability with LP SmartSide
In a recently published case study, LP featured customer Nitti Development and their use of LP® SmartSide® Ce…
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LP® FlameBlock® OSB: Perfect Fit For Today's Smaller Homes
According to Metrostudy, the average home size in the nation's top 15 housing markets has declined over the past two years. The biggest dip…
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2x6 Walls Achieve Multiple Goals
In many climates, codes are forcing residential construction to use 2x6 walls and denser insulation such as mineral wool. At the same time,…
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Go the Extra Mile with Long-Length Trim
The ongoing labor shortage means building industry professionals must choose the materials they install wisely. High-performance materials …
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How Fire-Rated OSB Outperforms FRT Plywood
Both fire-rated OSB and Fire Retardant Treated (FRT) plywood are commonly used in fire-rated wall sheathing and roof deck applications. Bec…