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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.
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Predictions for 2021 From LP Execs
In addition to shifts to accommodate the changing economy throughout 2020, LP sought to respond to ongoing industry trends, green construct…
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OSB Protection: How to Seal Out Rain & Water
As any builder knows, rain on the jobsite is inevitable. No matter your geographical area, moisture is a big problem to solve on the jobsit…
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Oregon Music Garage Part 1: Kyle Stumpenhorst Chooses LP Structural Solutions for Resiliency
Contractor Kyle Stumpenhorst's latest project in partnership with LP Building Solutions is the Oregon Music Garage in Oregon, Illinois. Aft…
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How Can Engineered Wood Help Reduce Jobsite Waste?
To make their practices more sustainable, many building professionals work to incorporate wood building products into their projects. Howev…
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Managing Moisture Behind Board and Batten Siding
While board and batten siding is typically made of wood, it can also be made from vinyl, fiber cement or even steel. But if you're worried …
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How to Install Flashing Under Siding
Flashing is a key part of the LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding installation process, helping to protect homes fro…
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What Is the Difference Between Trim vs. Fascia?
When it comes to exterior cladding, homes require more than siding to protect them from the elements. Fascia and trim are two key elements …
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Top LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding Virtual Resources to Help You Build Better
In today’s landscape of high competition and new ways of interacting with clients, easy-to-access virtual resources have become even more i…