While LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding is easier to install, builders may feel pressured to skip a second look at installation guidelines in order to get a project complete on time or makeup for labor shortages. However, whether you're a new or longtime LP SmartSide Trim & Siding user, taking the time to be attentive to proper installation will ensure you are upholding your product warranty and avoiding potential issues down the road.
News & Stories3 min
Shed Builder Spotlight: Heartland Sheds
Since its beginning in 1975 in Indianapolis, Indiana, Heartland Sheds has grown into North America's largest manufacturer of wooden storage…
Business Solutions
6 minHow to Sell Value in Construction
On custom homes, builders and developers sometimes avoid value-added building materials for a variety of reasons. They might veto those pro…
Business Advice7 min
Not All Siding Is Created Equal
If you are in the process of selecting the right siding type for your project, it is important to know the differences between the substrat…
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Business Advice5 min
The Difference Between Vapor, Air and Weather-Resistive Barriers
"Do this, not that" is a common saying in the building industry. Controversial techniques for construction, outdated codes and incorrect ap…
News & Stories6 min
The What's & Why's of the LP® SmartSide® 5/50 Limited Warranty
Any building professional will tell you that the quality of a building material is only as good as its warranty. This is why LP Building So…
Business Advice10 min
How to Prevent Lap Siding from Buckling by Using a Butt Joint
It's a silly name, but a "butt joint" is an application technique where two pieces of material are "butted" up against each other. It is th…
Business Advice6 min
Increasing Jobsite Efficiency with High-Performance Solutions
The three main buckets of costs to build a home: cost of land, cost of materials and cost of labor. Regarding labor costs to build a house,…
Industry Trends6 min
55+ Housing Is Booming Coast to Coast
The mood of builders in the 55+ single-family sector can be described in just two words: very optimistic. Earlier this year, the NAHB 55+ H…
Industry Trends8 min
Building Smarter Starts With Smashing Silos
One of the most vexing problems in home construction is that productivity isn't rising fast enough – even though there are fabulous product…
Industry Trends4 min
Some Common Misconceptions About Building Enclosures
It's easy for small amounts of water to enter a home's wall cavity, both during and after construction. When water evaporates it becomes a …
Industry Trends5 min
What Architects Need to Know About Off-Site Construction
Why the “Field Verify” Approach Can't Last Forever
Business Advice5 min
How Remodelers Can Increase Business with HOAs
Home Owner Associations (HOAs) are the governing bodies of many communities throughout the U.S. – and remodelers can miss out on HOA busine…