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Why You Can Believe in LP® SmartSide®, Part 7: The Track Record

Since LP pioneered its first engineered wood product more than 40 years ago, this company has consistently delivered innovative products to…

Renovation5 min
Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes When Buying a Shed

Backyard sheds are a major investment, yet many homeowners overlook some important points before buying and setting up their shed. As a res…

Renovation9 min
Considering Color for Windows

Many homeowners don't consider the color of the windows as part of their overall exterior color scheme. Siding colors usually take priority…

Business Advice4 min
[VIDEO] LP® SmartSide® House Trim Application Tips & Tricks

House trim gives homes and other structures a clean, finished look. Nothing is a better complement to beautiful LP® SmartSid…

Inspiration5 min
Why You Can Believe in LP® SmartSide®, Part 5: Easy Installation

In the previous installments of this blog series, we discussed several aspects of LP® SmartSide® engineered w…

Business Advice7 min
Installation Video Series, Part 8: Repairing Lap Siding Butt Joints

Siding repair contractors can use the following as guidance when repairing butt joints that were not spaced correctly and may be causing LP…

Maintenance2 min
All About Exterior Paint for LP Engineered Wood Siding

Regular painting is a necessary component to maintaining engineered wood siding for the long term. Here are some helpful tips that you shou…

Inspiration4 min
Why You Can Believe in LP® SmartSide®, Part 4: Tested For Toughness

LP® SmartSide® siding options withstand impact from airborne debris and everyday bumps better than many other…

Renovation9 min
The Undertones of Beige and Gray

It's important to identify the undertones of any neutrals you plan to include on the exterior of your home, and how you should use neutrals…

Renovation5 min
Traditional Wood Siding vs. Engineered Wood Siding: The Big Differences

If you are considering siding materials and you love the authentic look of wood, your next step is to decide between traditional wood sidin…

Installation Video Series, Part 7: Pre-Finished Lap Siding

LP® SmartSide® products can be professionally prefinished before they get installed on the home. When handlin…

Curb Appeal6 min
What You Need to Know About Undertones of Neutrals When Choosing Exterior Siding Colors

It's important to choose exterior siding colors that work with atypical roof colors and to coordinate exterior colors with brick and stone.…

Curb Appeal11 min
How to Choose Exterior House Colors: Brick & Stone

We've explored how to choose exterior house colors with unusual roof choices, including siding colors with a brown roof and many other colo…