On Thu, 25 Jan 2001, Dan Weeks wrote:
> Actually, they orient the strands in OSB in alternating layers. Just as with
> plywood, they run the chips so the grain runs lengthwise in one layer,
> crosswise in another layer, so you get a balanced material that's has much
> the same properties as plywood, and is stronger than solid lumber.
Dan, does the OSB material stand up better to moisture than an exterior
grade of plywood? If so, it sounds like it would be a better repair
material for damaged floors. As somebody mentioned, maybe those Airstream
factory folks know what they are doing with the OSB floors in the new
Bambi.
Jim Greene
'68 Tradewind
Atlanta
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