Durable Products Blogs

They call them “billion-dollar disaster events”—weather- and climate-triggered disasters that result in losses exceeding $1 billion each. I…

It’s a new year—and perhaps also time for new siding! The start of a new year always brings resolutions and goals, and when it comes to you…

With the rise in popularity of homebuilding TV shows and access to an abundance of exterior products and accessories, homeowners are more a…

Overall, improvements in building envelopes have helped homeowners benefit from greater protection against moisture. Builders are able to c…

Coming off an unprecedented year, the busiest season for selling siding is almost underway! COVID-19 is still a significant consideration a…

Re-siding your home is a significant investment and a long-term decision on your home’s look. One of the first steps to siding a house is c…

When the build requires greater strength, look for an OSB roof and wall sheathing that is APA Structural I Rated Sheathing—also known as St…

When traditional wood siding is used on a home, it is vulnerable to rotting and can often need significant repairs due to termites or moist…

On the jobsite, siding tips and tricks that come directly from building professionals like you can help make installing lap siding simple a…

Bugs in wood siding, whether behind engineered wood siding or in traditional wood products, aren’t just troublesome for homeowners—building…

As any builder knows, rain on the jobsite is inevitable. No matter your geographical area, moisture is a big problem to solve on the jobsit…