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Questions and Answers for 1/2 4 ft. x 8 ft. Oriented Strand Board

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  • Oriented strand board (OSB) for use in construction
  • Durable wall and roof sheathing panels
  • Structurally rated for construction purposes

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Q:Is this item good for small attic storage places for light items?
by|Jun 11, 2023
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A:  RonB, If your joist are 16 o.c., 1/2" OSB live live load is 100 lbs. psf (per square foot).

by|Nov 18, 2023
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    Q:can this be used as sheathing for a garage? I have to rebuild the sill plate, studs and sheathing, insulation and the exterior siding. using treated lumber for sill&studs. I understand its grade 1 meaning its used for only short exposure; not permanent.
    by|Jun 10, 2023
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    A:  Zazzhammer, You may use Blur Ribbon OSB Sheathing for roof and walls sheathing for your garage.

    by|Dec 7, 2023
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      Q:Can I get the sheet width cut down to fit my vehicle
      by|May 31, 2023
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      A:  Dchec57, Most Home Depots will cut the wood products for you. Please contact your local store to confirm the saw is in working order.

      by|Jun 1, 2023

        A:  I believe that can cut it one direction .

        by|Jun 5, 2023
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          Q:is it paintable?
          by|May 10, 2023
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          A:  0624, Yes, We recommend using acrylic latex primer and paint.

          by|May 11, 2023

            A:  Definitely.

            by|May 15, 2023
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              Q:You say in one sentence that 7/16? Osb can be used on exterior, in and other you say no not to use on the exterior. What is the real answer?
              by|May 1, 2023
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              A:  Paula, Blue Ribbon OSB is Exposure 1 grade, not exterior grade. The applications are all interior such as flooring, wall and roofing.

              by|Aug 5, 2023
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                Q:How much would 60 1/2 � 4x8 weigh
                by|Apr 16, 2023
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                A:  Joseph, 1/2" OSB weighs an average 57 lbs. per panel.

                by|Aug 5, 2023
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                  Q:How much weight will a panel hold when using on sawhorses for temporary table?
                  by|Apr 14, 2023
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                  A:  SharonA, We do not test OSB panels structural load capacity for saw horses.

                  by|May 3, 2023
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                    Q:Can I use this as an attic floor in a Florida home? I think the beams are 16 inches apart.
                    by|Apr 8, 2023
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                    A:  Matt, if you are using the attic for storage and not a living space, you can use 1/2" OSB. If you are using the attic for living space, then we recommend using 19/32" or 23/32" subfloors or the thickness your local code official requires.

                    by|Jun 4, 2023
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                      Q:Can I use this as floor board then use hardy board and tile
                      by|Apr 7, 2023
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                      A:  A professional tile installer told me to use 3/4" exterior glue plywood under Hardy Board for ceramic or stone tile. You don't want the subfloor to flex or absorb moisture.

                      by|Apr 27, 2023
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                        A:  Robert, You may use OSB sheathing over subfloor as underlayment.

                        by|Apr 11, 2023
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                          Q:Can it be used for table tops and be painted over?
                          by|Apr 5, 2023
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                          A:  Alexia, you can use OB as a table top. We recommend using acrylic latex primer and paint.

                          by|May 26, 2024
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                            Nominal Product Thickness (in.)

                            1/2

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                            23/32

                            Exposure Durability

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                            Exposure 1

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                            Span Rating

                            32/16

                            32 oc.

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