Suitable for Framing
In the contest between LVL vs. wood framing, LVL comes out on top. LP® SolidStart® laminated veneer lumber (LVL) eliminates the problems ordinarily found in sawn lumber.
Traditional lumber, with its knots and other natural “characteristics,” is only as strong as the tree it comes from. As it dries, it’s prone to twisting, splitting, checking, crowning and warping — wasting materials and increasing costs.
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Engineered wood is made of wood strands and veneers that are bonded under heat and pressure with waterproof adhesives. Through this process, we essentially take the tree apart, remove knots and other defects, and put it back together. The end result is a high-performance building material that’s stronger, straighter and more reliable than traditional lumber. | |
Framing and other construction tasks are easier due to:
- Uniform product. We eliminate knots and other imperfections.
- Consistent dimensions and density. Every piece is just like the last.
- Custom sizes. Our service reps are on call to meet your needs.
- Enhanced strength. With imperfections eliminated, LVL is stronger than traditional lumber.
- Reduced shrinkage. Our engineering process reduces moisture content.
- Limited lifetime warranty. LP products are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Increase your productivity, produce the highest quality homes, streamline your work schedules and lower your costs with LP SolidStart LVL.
Moreover, modern homeowners want spacious living areas with high ceilings and open floor plans for enhanced family time and easy, stylish entertaining. Because LP SolidStart LVL is thicker, wider and longer than sawn lumber beams, you'll enjoy more design freedom. Pound-for-pound, LP SolidStart LVL has more load-carrying capacity than sawn lumber; consequently, it’s ideal for uses such as beams, headers and other primary load carrying members. LVL tall walls — up to 30' — and cathedral ceilings are quickly becoming the standard in new construction.
LP SolidStart LVL simply performs better.