Drive through your town’s central business district and instead of soaring commercial buildings of steel and glass, you’ll likely see coffee shops, fast-casual restaurants, small retail stores, schools and possibly a mixed-use multi-story complex. Many commercial builders opt for premium engineered wood products, such as those in the LP® Structural Solutions portfolio, as their primary commercial building materials, chosen for strength, versatility, consistency, labor savings and more.
Business Advice7 min
Tips for Contractors: Reputation Management & Gaining Trust After Weather Events
If a significant winter weather event happens in your area and there are many homes that sustain damage, it can be a great time to help ens…
Industry Trends6 min
Wintertime: How New Continuous Insulation Products Improve Homeowner Comfort
There’s something about cold weather that puts insulation concerns front and center. While cavity insulation is the traditional way to insu…
Industry Trends5 min
A Guide to LP Legacy® Sub-Floor Adhesive
LP Legacy® Premium Sub-Flooring is known as one of the strongest OSB sub-floors on the planet and is a trusted product for b…
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Business Solutions
5 minTop 3 Benefits of A Portfolio Approach
In the building industry, problem solving comes with the territory—and it makes you a better builder. As an expert in your field, you’re al…
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Meet an LP® Remodelers Edge™ Contractor: Rick Schwab, Eagle Siding
At LP, we’re all about helping you boost your business with one of the most durable siding materials on the market: LP® Smar…
Industry Trends5 min
The Importance of Sustainability Storytelling
How ESG Reporting Gives Builders Sustainability Success Stories
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House Renovations: Adding Continuous Insulative Sheathing To Home Additions
Home additions not only provide extra living space, but they also give homeowners the chance to tackle issues they’re unhappy about in thei…
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How to Maximize Your Time During The Off-Season
While fall temps are welcome after a scorching summer, many builders have something else on their minds as they ease into milder temps: the…
Resiliency Solutions
7 minBenefits of Proof for Builders When Choosing Building Products
When you’re considering how to choose building products, it can be tough to determine whether claims a manufacturer makes are true. You nee…
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Celebrating Careers in Construction Month with Top Builders
October is here, and that means it’s time to celebrate Careers in Construction Month! The initiative is led by Build Your Future&trade…
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What Are Freeze/Thaw Cycles?
In cold climates, the best siding options will be those that help offer protection against freeze/thaw cycles. To withstand the effects of …
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What Is Engineered Strand Technology (EST)?
Engineered Strand Technology: Innovation at the Core of LP Structural Solutions As a builder, you know the importance of defending your bui…