Flashing is a key part of the LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding installation process, helping to protect homes from the elements by helping to prevent moisture intrusion. When you are installing lap siding, incorrectly installed flashing may lead to moisture issues that can affect other aspects of the home in addition to the siding.
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What Is the Difference Between Trim vs. Fascia?
When it comes to exterior cladding, homes require more than siding to help protect them from the elements. Fascia and trim are two key ele…
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Top 5 Pro Tips for Easier Installation of LP® SmartSide® Siding Products
While LP® SmartSide® products install easily, there are a few pro tips that can make the installation process…
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What Do We Mean When We Say LP SmartSide Acclimates to its Environment?
Proving the Validity of Leaving a 3/16-inch Gap at Vertical Joints When Installing LP® SmartSide® Lap Siding
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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…
It's Getting Hot in Here: The Benefits Of LP® TechShield® Radiant Barrier
Radiant barriers have become very popular with efficiency-minded builders in the recent years. This is largely due to the fact that when in…
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Building Pier and Beam Foundation to Ease Maintenance and Repairability
Pier and beam design was among the most popular foundation techniques until the 1960s when concrete technology improved its floating slab s…
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Embracing the Balance Between Resilient Design and Building Codes
From destructive hurricanes to fierce tornadoes, it seems news of catastrophic events is happening with alarming frequency. In fact, on Mar…
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Flame Spread vs. Burn Through vs. Fireproof
While LP® FlameBlock® Fire-Rated Sheathing offers both flame-spread and burn-through resistance, it's importa…
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Shed Builder Spotlight: Heritage Building Co.
After decades of combined experience in the shed industry, James Paquette, Merritt Eaton and Jason Holden decided it was time to do the ind…
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Most Popular Home Styles by Region
From Cape Cods in the Northeast to modern houses overlooking the Pacific, you can often tell where you are in the U.S. by the most popular …
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Introducing LP® SmartSide® ExpertFinish® Trim & Siding
A leading manufacturer of engineered wood trim and siding products, LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding is known for…