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September 2007
Plywood vs. OSB: Which Is Better?

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Soundings Plywood vs. OSB: Which Is Better? Q. Is there a real difference in performance between plywood and OSB for coastal applications? Which is a better product, plywood or OSB, for floor, wall, and roof sheathing? A. Steve Easley responds: First, let me state that I think OSB is an "okay" product. However, for it to perform properly over a long period of time, you must keep it dry and pay careful attention to how you install it. Having said that, in my opinion, plywood is a "better" product, or at least a more forgiving one. After studying building

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