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LP® TechShield® Radiant Barrier Installation Problems to Avoid in Cathedral or Vaulted Ceiling Designs
Recently, homes are trending toward smaller, more compact sizes. Using extra-tall, cathedral or vaulted ceilings can create the illusion of…
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Using APA Structural I Rated Sheathing: Building With LP Structural Solutions for Added Strength
When the build requires greater strength, look for an OSB roof and wall sheathing that is APA Structural I Rated Sheathing—also known as St…
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LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding: Part of a WUI-Compliant Solution
Many might assume engineered wood products wouldn’t be a good choice for wildfire-prone regions, but they can be part of a WUI-compliant so…
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Structural Solutions for Roofs in Wet Climates
Because moisture concerns are common across the United States, water-resistive roof underlayment is critical for any build. To help combat …
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Building a Better World™: Letting Purpose Drive Our Business
Our purpose, Building a Better World™, had guided us in the years prior to 2020, but it was uniquely tested with this year…
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Structural Solutions for Fire-Resistant Roof Sheathing
In fire-prone geographies, such as wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas, fire protection for roofs may be a critical part of a comprehensiv…
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Bugs vs. Siding: How to Spot and Prevent Damage
Bugs in wood siding, whether behind engineered wood siding or in traditional wood products, aren’t just troublesome for homeowners—building…
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Looking Back on 2020 With LP Building Solutions
2020 was-in a word-unpredictable. In many ways the COVID-19 pandemic defined the year within the building industry, but LP Building Solutio…
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What Are the Best Nails to Use for Engineered Wood Siding?
When you’re installing lap siding, choosing the right LP® SmartSide® installation tools will help lead to a f…
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How to Install Siding on a Shed
LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding isn’t designed only to be a durable, beautiful siding option for homes—it can pr…
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Helping to Prevent Squeaky Floors With Stronger Materials
No matter which flooring materials homeowners choose for their building and remodeling projects, builders must plan carefully from the sub-…
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How to Replace a Piece of Siding
Here is a quick guide to the process of replacing old siding that will lead you to a successful outcome.