Engineered Strand Technology: Innovation at the Core of LP Structural Solutions As a builder, you know the importance of defending your build against the elements. Taking precautionary measures with premium products like those in the LP® Structural Solutions portfolio can help ensure a tight building envelope from the first stages of the building process.
Business Advice6 min
Taping in Tricky Areas
No matter the product you're installing, proper technique and a few useful hints help ensure the product performs well for years to come. A…
Business Advice5 min
Selling Structural Solutions to Homeowners
Your clients may not often see the bones of their home, so they may not be aware of the benefits that come from your choice of added-value …
Resiliency Solutions
7 min6 Must-Haves for Resilient Construction
There's no question builders want their homes to endure. But times are changing, and the opportunities to look fondly upon a home you've bu…
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Inspiration5 min
How to Choose Trim & Siding Widths
Have you ever been particularly enamored by one house and rather ambivalent toward another-even though they look practically the same? One …
News & Stories5 min
Fine Homebuilding Pro Talk Podcast Recap
As a builder, you're no stranger to new product introductions or buzz around installation techniques. The building industry is dedicated to…
Industry Trends5 min
Sub-Floor for Heavy Tile Installation: Sub-Floor Materials for Tile
Many of the most popular floor trends in new home construction and remodeling are heavy porcelain, ceramic and stone floor tile. While thes…
Industry Trends7 min
A Guide to Passive House Construction
Passive homes are popping up all over the world, but what exactly makes up a passive house and what does it mean for builders like you?
Labor Solutions
6 minHow to Lower Costs and Handle Construction Labor Shortages on the Jobsite
As an ongoing result of the COVID-19 pandemic, construction supply chain challenges have resulted in increased costs of building materials …
Industry Trends6 min
Embodied Carbon Emissions in Buildings: Ways to Measure and Reduce Carbon Emissions
While many in the construction industry are focusing on building net zero, or zero energy ready, homes and improving sustainability and res…
News & Stories3 min
Building Enclosure Podcast: Craig Miles Talks Diversity in Construction
For building professionals, listening to and learning from experts on construction industry podcasts is a key way to grow in the field, exp…
Curb Appeal5 min
How to Coordinate Exterior House Colors and Features
Taking the leap to update your siding can be both exciting and overwhelming. As you begin to think through major changes, you may discover …
Industry Trends7 min
A Guide to Siding Corners
As home builders, it's critical to find ways to deliver top-tier building solutions for your clients while remaining efficient. This helps …