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Vertical Vs. Panel Siding: What to Use for Board & Batten Style Siding Installation

Board and batten style siding continues to be one of the latest building trends for homeowners hoping to add some visual interest to their exterior. For builders there are three siding options that can be used to achieve the board and batten look, each with unique benefits. The most common options involve panel and vertical siding, while lap siding installed vertically offers another method.
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Business Advice5 min
Are Premium OSB Products Worth It?

When beginning new construction, many builders start with the mindset of using commodity OSB. But sometimes following a discussion on floor…

Outdoor Living4 min
Ways to Customize Your Shed's Exterior

Sheds and other outdoor building structures serve as practical ways to add storage or create additional living and working space. In recent…

Business Advice4 min
Best Home Siding for Cold Climates

January and February typically usher in the season’s coldest temperatures, bringing the need to use building materials that can withstand f…

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House Sheathing for Cold Climates

With temperatures dropping, insulation and protecting new construction against the elements are top of mind. Of course, builders must consi…

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2022 Home Siding Trends

It’s a new year—and perhaps also time for new siding! The start of a new year always brings resolutions and goals, and when it comes to you…

Business Advice5 min
Cold Weather Construction Safety Tips

With housing demand at an all-time high, builders do not have the ability to halt home construction during the winter months. Builders can …

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Engineered Wood Siding in Multifamily Developments

Engineered wood siding has long been considered a trustworthy exterior product for single-family homes, but it is often overlooked for mult…

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2022 Building Industry Predictions

If 2020 was the year of uncertainty, then 2021 was a year spent adjusting to new norms. What kind of year will 2022 be? We checked in with …

Industry Trends5 min
4 Sustainable Construction Trends

Sustainable construction is continuing to influence the building industry. As we face rising energy costs, material shortages and even stro…

Business Advice4 min
Plywood Vs. OSB: Which is Better for Sub-floors?

When it’s time to construct subfloors, you may automatically pick up either plywood or OSB without too much thought. During the COVID-19 pa…

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De-Coding Climate Zones: Planning Resilient Construction

While sustainability is continuing its reign as a key purchase consideration for homebuyers, we’re seeing indications that “resiliency” is …

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Everything You Need to Know About LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding for Your Interior

Siding is traditionally thought of as an exterior product, but LP® SmartSide® products are challenging this b…