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Abstract:

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation SmartSide® Strand Substrate Soffit and Rated Sheathing/Ceiling Deck panels are made with strands of various wood species and strand classifications in accordance with the in-plant manufacturing standard approved by APA, overlaid with a resin treated paper, and available with either a smooth or embossed surface texture. LP SmartSide Strand Substrate Soffit and Rated Sheathing/Ceiling Deck panels are available in 3/8, 7/16 and 19/32 Performance Categories. They are available as 4x8-foot or 4x9-foot panels or cut to 12, 16 or 24-inch widths, and in lengths up to 16 feet. The panels are treated with Zinc Borate for fungal decay and termite resistance. The efficacy of the preservative treatment is outside the scope of this report and the APA certification program. The soffit panels are intended for use as closed soffits at a 24 o.c. Span Rating with the panel strength axis perpendicular to supports. The Rated Sheathing/Ceiling Deck panels are intended for use as open soffits at a 24/16 Span Rating with the panel strength axis perpendicular to supports