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If you live or are looking to build a home in an area that’s vulnerable to seasonal hurricanes—Florida, the Gulf Coast or the Eastern Seaboard—your home’s ability to stand up to inclement weather should be a top concern, alongside wind damage to your siding.
Business Advice5 min
Defend Your Build® In Time For Storm Seasons

Managing inclement weather in construction and avoiding costly delays in project timelines are some of the most important challenges faced …

Business Advice5 min
What Extra Durability and Resiliency Steps Should You Take in a Hot Climate?

According to recent NASA reports, global temperatures have been rising and ice sheets have been melting—both of which may be contributing f…

Business Advice6 min
Simplifying Sustainability: Getting to Know LEED and WELL Certifications

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification and the WELL Building Standard® are particularly popular …

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News & Stories6 min
2020 This Old House Idea House Offers a New, Efficient Siding Option

Since 2015, This Old House Idea House projects have highlighted remodels that inspire homeowners—but they’ve also caught the eye of buildin…

Trends5 min
3 Pros Talk Top Exterior Trends

Exterior design trends can come and go quickly. Keeping up with what’s in and what’s out, especially when it comes time for your exterior r…

News & Stories7 min
Shed Builder Spotlight: Shawnee Structures

For Shawnee Structures, building outdoor structures includes everything from standard storage sheds to more elaborate designs such as cabi…

Business Advice3 min
Top 5 Pro Tips for Easier Installation of LP® SmartSide® Siding Products

Whether you’re a new or longtime LP SmartSide Trim & Siding user, here are a few installation tips from professional contractor Kyle Stumpe…

Aesthetic Solutions

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Exterior Home Upgrade Ideas

From trending exterior house colors such as bold, saturated hues to the growing popularity of smooth siding texture, homeowners have been f…

Industry Trends6 min
What Do We Mean When We Say LP SmartSide Acclimates to its Environment?

We hear it time and time again from first-time LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding users: “Why do installation instr…

Curb Appeal3 min
Fixing Common Exterior Problems Revealed During a Home Inspection

The process of buying a house can seem daunting, especially for first-time homeowners. Even if you’ve been through it before, navigating th…

Maintenance4 min
Siding Tips for Hot and Humid Weather

Protecting your siding from damage is crucial no matter the season or time of year. Warm weather presents several unique issues to your hom…

Industry Trends4 min
Resilient Construction: How To Make Your Builds More Weather-Resistant

You may have recently heard the terms “resilient construction” or “weather-resistant building” being used more frequently within the archit…