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Four Online Visualizer Tools Every R&R Pro Should Know
Kicking off an exterior home remodeling project can be both exciting and very overwhelming for your client. When flipping through design ma…
Inspiration12 min
UL Fire Ratings for Wall Assemblies Explained
Finding the proper code-compliant fire-rated wall assembly for wood frame construction is a challenge. That challenge grows even more compl…
Business Advice5 min
[VIDEO] LP® SmartSide® Lap Application Tips & Tricks
The beauty and versatility of LP® SmartSide® Trim and Siding have made our products a top pick among contract…
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LP® SmartSide® Siding Celebrates 20 Years of Outstanding Performance
As one of the leading manufacturers of shed building materials, LP Outdoor Building Solutions is proud to feature LP® SmartS…
Inspiration8 min
Hail Storms are No Match for LP® SmartSide® Products
According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, 5,411 major hailstorms were reportedin 2015. These storms occurred in all 48 …
Business Advice11 min
Did You Know? LP® SmartSide® Siding Can Be Used in High-Wind Areas
Summer is here, which means wind-driven rain and flying debris could soon be on the horizon. If you live near the Texas Gulf Coast or anoth…
Inspiration10 min
The Smart Alternative to Shaft Wall Liner
Building professionals who work on townhomes are likely familiar with area separation walls that use shaft wall liner, often referred to as…
Inspiration4 min
Did You Know? LP® SmartSide® Siding Can Be Painted to Suit Any Taste
When it comes to exterior siding options, what influences the choice made by builders and remodelers? For most professionals, it's a combin…
Industry Trends10 min
Tale of Two Coasts: Comparing the Blurring Lines Between East Coast and West Coast Architecture
More than 3,000 miles separate the East Coast from the West Coast. Culture, social habits and building styles differ between the two coasts…
Business Advice7 min
Did You Know? Engineered Wood Siding Installs Faster
Siding materials can dramatically change the appeal of a home exterior by improving its look and style, but the value of siding goes far be…
Industry Trends11 min
Micro Apartments: The Growing Trend in City Living
As people flock to cities for work, scarce land and lack of new construction continue to drive up rent prices. As a result, many middle-inc…
News & Stories9 min
LP Adds New Case Study To Its Portfolio Featuring Lantz-Boggio Architects and LP®FlameBlock® Fire-Rated OSB Sheathing
LP Building Solutions recently added a new case study to its online product literature portfolio. The latest installment focuses on Lantz-B…