June 4, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
Increased incidence of strong weather systems and the tragedies that follow high wind events have encouraged engineers and designers to rethink the way we build to improve wall strength. Stronger walls will keep home occupants safer during weather events and will increase the lifespan of the home. One of the problems is that the roof, wall and flooring systems are installed as separate entities. Connecting the OSB wall sheathing and the flooring system can create a continuous load path which can improve wall strength by up to 38%.
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May 23, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders, Framers
Providing quotes and estimates for clients is one of the most difficult construction jobs. Quote too much and you may price yourself out of the running, but quote too little and both you and your client will be unhappy.
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May 3, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders, Framers
As any experienced contractor will tell you, a good build starts with a good contract. Even the nicest customers can turn if there is a dispute and money is involved. Contracts outline what is expected of each party, what their responsibilities are and where the liabilities rest.
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May 2, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
Knowing the moisture content of your OSB sub-floor panel is an important indicator on whether to proceed with other stages of the build, especially if hardwood flooring is the next step. You need to know that using a moisture meter doesn’t give very accurate measurements with OSB or other glued products.
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May 2, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
The average home is responsible for about 8,000 pounds of waste and, with increasing landfill and building material costs, a comprehensive waste management plan could save you a significant amount of money.
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April 16, 2019
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According to OSHA, nail guns are responsible for 37,000 trips to the emergency room each year. Here are the six most important safety tips to follow to avoid nail-gun injuries.
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April 13, 2019
/ Posted in: Builders
The success of your flooring installation will be determined by the techniques you employ when installing your sub-flooring. When installing OSB or plywood sub-flooring panels, use a PL400 adhesive to prevent squeaky floors.
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