Figure 1: OSB in residential renovation

OSB in Renovations

Like any construction project, renovation or remodeling needs to be carefully planned, designed and executed. Specifying the right structural panel is one of the most important decisions you can make, and, today, it's the choice of more builders and designers.

OSB is engineered for superior strength, stiffness and workability in order to make your renovation and remodeling projects a structural success. And because it's engineered to perform, OSB is right for residential and light commercial construction projects where durability is required. This also makes it an excellent choice for the replacement of aging or unwanted building components, as well as new additions to existing structures.

OSB is highly workable, making it easy to saw, drill, nail, plane, file, glue, paint and sand. Plus, it never limits your design. It's available in common span ratings and thicknesses from 1/4" to 1-1/8" (6.3mm to 28.5mm), and workable in virtually any remodeling application.

Roof Sheathing - Stands up to heavy snow loads, strong winds, even seismic forces. Uniformly sound and extra rigid to provide a strong platform for any conventional roofing material.
Floor Sheathing - Extra stiff and flat to provide resilience and strength in a variety of flooring applications, including subfloors, underlayment and single-layer floors.
Wall Sheathing - Engineered to provide superb performance in racking and deflection strength. Also offers impact and fire resistance, as well as excellent thermal and acoustical performance.
Specialty Uses - OSB foam core panels, also called structural insulated panels, are becoming increasingly popular for their excellent R-value, fire resistance and ease of installation. Used in structural floors, walls and roofing, they are the key structural component in "one-piece" construction, which is significantly stronger than similarly configured stick-built structures.

Don't settle for less -- ask for OSB. Thanks to competitive pricing and a high-tech manufacturing process that eliminates panel imperfections, oriented strand board means less waste and improved profitability; perfect for any renovation or addition project.