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Our Wood Storage Buildings Come in Numerous Sizes and Shapes, but what is One thing they All Have in Common?
They all proudly feature LP® siding which is a green building material treated to resist termites and decay. Manufactured by Louisiana Pacific, LP® siding is made from wood particles and wood fibers. The wood is treated with a Zinc Borate compound to help protect against fungal decay and termites. Exterior resins are used to complete the process, creating more strength in extreme weather elements. LP® siding gives the authentic look of real wood grain that's factory primed, with the durability to withstand cupping and warping; unlike traditional wood products. This entire process makes our wood storage buildings strong and visually appealing.
A. The wood is treated with a Zinc Borate compound to help protect against fungal decay and termites.
B. Each strand of wood is coated with special binders, adding layer upon layer of strength and moisture resistance.
C. Proprietary edge coating protects the piece from the harsh elements of Mother Nature.
D. Deeply embossed cedar grain pattern for the authentic look.
E. Resin-saturated, paint-based overlay for moisture resistance and easier painting.
F. Wood strands are laid geometrically to maximize dimensional stability.
LP® processes their wood in accordance with Sustainable Forestry Initiative® standards and uses wood from small, fast-growing trees for less waste and better resource usage. Whether your need is for a shed, gazebo, pergola, or play set, wood is always the better choice. A renewable resource, wood is a green material as it can be replaced in sustainable forests or recycled.
In addition to being eco-friendly, wood further benefits wood storage buildings. Storage buildings must meet strict building codes from handling heavy snow loads to withstanding very high winds. It won’t rust, fade, or degrade from the sun. It performs equally well in the hot Phoenix sun, in the humid climate in Florida or the cold winters of the Northeast. The same can’t be said of some of the other types of materials such as plastic or metal. Wood is easier to customize because it can be quickly cut or shaped accordingly. Take a look at a wood shed next to a plastic or metal one and see the difference in quality and durability instantly.
Wood products offer visual appeal and long lasting quality, while being kind to our earth. LP® siding is the smart choice for all backyard structures.
LP® Siding and Trim
Untreated Plywood
Vinyl
Metal
Resists Rotting, Splitting, Delamination
YES
NO
YES
YES
Free of Knots and Patches
YES
NO
YES
YES
Withstands hail
YES
YES
NO
NO
Resists Fungal Decay and Termites
YES
NO
YES
YES
Will not Rust
YES
YES
YES
NO
Superior Impact Resistance
YES
YES
NO
NO
Primed, Ready to paint
YES
YES
NO
YES
Deep Cedar Grain Texture
YES
NO
NO
NO
LP® Siding & Building Products - At a Glance:
LP® have manufactured beautiful and strong wood sheathing for 35 years. As the world's largest engineered wood sheathing manufacturer, we have brought their world class building materials to our line of wood storage buildings. Our pride in our wood buildings starts with LP® siding.
How LP® Siding and Trim is Made
LP® Siding vs. Fiber Cement Board
*LP is a registered trademark of Louisiana Pacific Coporation.