Structural I, also referred to as “STRUC I,” may be OSB or plywood and is, essentially, a subcategory of APA Rated Sheathing. Panels designated Structural I must meet all of the manufacturing and ...

For any construction project in the 21st century, achieving energy-efficiency is a prime directive. Among the arsenal of tools available to builders charged with constructing exterior walls, insulated ...

Q. I'm trying to educate myself about new construction, as I'm thinking of building a new home. I see carpenters nail on large sheets of wood onto the wall studs. What's the purpose of this funny ...

Barricade Building Products showcases the Thermo-Brace SIB 4-in-1 reversible structural insulated sheathing for construction projects and building compliance. This product provides four layers of ...

A provision in a new state law barring most North Carolina governments from requiring inspections of the plywood and nails that hold a home’s frame together could leave many vulnerable to high winds, ...

(MENAFNEditorial) On account of its fibreglass sheathing and its water-repellent core, BoardeX is an insulating product that will resist attacks from weather without suffering the slightest alteration ...