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 …
In a recently published case study, LP featured customer Nitti Development and their use of LP® SmartSide® Ce…
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The ongoing labor shortage means building industry professionals must choose the materials they install wisely. High-performance materials …
Both fire-rated OSB and Fire Retardant Treated (FRT) plywood are commonly used in fire-rated wall sheathing and roof deck applications. Bec…
It’s difficult to measure the performance characteristics of many traditional building materials like lumber and stone – and they haven’t i…
In a remote rainforest north of Vancouver, LP product experts and two of the world’s leading kayakers embarked on the ultimate testing miss…
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In today’s building environment, it is key for architects, engineers and specifiers to maximize space while maintaining the cost effectiven…
According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, 5,411 major hailstorms were reportedin 2015. These storms occurred in all 48 …
Building professionals who work on townhomes are likely familiar with area separation walls that use shaft wall liner, often referred to as…