As a builder and flooring installer, I’ve learned the benefits of oriented strand board (OSB) and have often used it as a cost-effective alternative to plywood for sheathing and subfloors. The ...

Louisiana-Pacific manufactures oriented strand board and engineered wood siding. It has over 7 billion square feet of production capacity across the United States, Canada, and South America.

Louisiana-Pacific manufacturers OSB using standard processes that usually involve applying adhesives to uniform feedstock under pressure and heat. While these products are less commoditized than 2x4s ...