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LP NovaCore

Elevate Thermal Control

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
  • XPS foam bonded to nominal 7/16 OSB
  • Available in 8-, 9- and 10-foot nominal lengths
  • 20-Year Limited Warranty and Arbitration Agreement

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Features and Benefits

High Performance in High and Low Temperatures
LP NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing made with Owens Corning® FOAMULAR® NGX XPS foam provides continuous insulation without the long-term R-value deterioration associated with other foam insulation products.
Helps Achieve Energy Certifications
Installing LP NovaCore® sheathing helps builders achieve LEED®, ENERGY STAR® and Green Building Standard ICC 700-2008 certifications.
Easy Installation
Panels can be cut and drilled the same as regular OSB and installed in a vertical or horizontal orientation, provided that all
panel edges are supported and fastened to wall framing or blocking. LP NovaCore® is only to be used as wall sheathing and as specified in our installation instructions.
Dual-Layer Protection
Combines OSB structural sheathing and Owens Corning® FOAMULAR® NGX XPS foam for dual layer protection.
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APA Product Report

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Building for Resiliency
Panels provide continuous insulation for protection against cold and heat.

Installation Best Practices

Continuous Insulation for Home Additions

Improving Homeowner Comfort

Deep Dive Into R-Values

How to Install LP NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing

Learn the basics for installing LP NovaCore® panels to help you get started.

LP NovaCore® Sheathing FAQ & Product Benefits

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How It's Made

To create LP NovaCore® Thermal Insulated Sheathing, a 7/16-inch OSB panel is combined with a layer of Owens Corning Foamular® NGX XPS Foam board designed for thermal efficiency. Owens Corning foam doesn’t absorb water, offering a long term R-value that increases with cooler temperatures without concern of degradation. XPS foam combined with OSB sheathing creates durable NovaCore panels designed for use as wall sheathing.
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THERMAL INSULATED SHEATHING

By using FOAMULAR® NGX XPS, the R-value of LP NovaCore sheathing increases as temperatures drop while other polyiso foam products can see a decrease in their R-value as temperatures drop. With LP NovaCore sheathing, builders in some climate zones can use 2x4 studs while still meeting strict energy codes. Plus – it can be used to meet energy codes anywhere a climate zone allows an R-value of 13+5, or 20+5.