The trend to live near downtown hasn’t waned in recent years. However, finding empty lots to construct new houses continues to pose a chall…
In the construction process, there are many factors to consider. Among these factors is whether to use one-sided LP® FlameBl…
Population growth in many U.S. cities is fueling the rise of a different building design within its urban and suburban areas. This demand f…
Finding the proper code-compliant fire-rated wall assembly for wood frame construction is a challenge. That challenge grows even more compl…
For most builders and architects across the country, incorporating resiliency for their homeowners means selecting building materials that …
Meeting code is just one of the many versatile benefits of LP® FlameBlock® Fire-Rated Sheathing. Combining st…
Today, we’re joining Scott Johnson, Construction Service Manager at LP Building Solutions, for a day on the job. Johnson’s primary role is …
As homeowners become increasingly dedicated to sustainable solutions for their homes, building professionals must also respond by improving…
Finding the proper fire-resistance-rated OSB assembly that meets code compliance and a building’s structural requirements can be tricky. Th…
When it comes to how to install fire-rated OSB sheathing, ensuring the soffit and eave details are aligned with code requirements can be a …
Billion-dollar weather disasters have more than doubled in frequency since 1980. With the increase in hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and …
Many might assume engineered wood products wouldn’t be a good choice for wildfire-prone regions, but they can be part of a WUI-compliant so…
In fire-prone geographies, such as wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas, fire protection for roofs may be a critical part of a comprehensiv…