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Prevent Buckling with Proper Spacing
Includes spacing recommendations for APA Rated Sheathing, APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor, and APA 303 Siding. Updated May 2013. (Form M300)
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Construct a Solid, Squeak-Free Floor System
Describes how to prevent floor complaints and callbacks with proper floor sheathing installation. Updated May 2013. (Form Q300)
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Minimize Nail Pops
Describes how to reduce nail pops through recommended fastener selection and installation. Updated June 2013. (Form S300)
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Storage and Handling of APA Trademarked Panels
Provides guidelines to help protect panels from damage in storage, during shipment, and on the job site. Updated May 2013. (Form U450)
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APA Panels for Soffit Applications
Provides information on recommended panels and spans for open and closed soffits. Updated May 2013. (Form N330)
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Finishing APA Rated Siding
Describes recommended finishes and application recommendations for APA Rated Siding. Updated May 2013. (Form Q350)
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How to Minimize Buckling of Asphalt Shingles
Ensure optimum performance of finished roofing by following these recommendations. Updated May 2015. (Form K310)
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Proper Storage and Handling of Glulam Beams
Provides recommendations for storage and handling of glulam beams. Updated May 2013. (Form R540)
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Keep Glulam Looking Its Best with Proper Storage and Handling
Provides storage and handling tips to minimize seasoning checks. Updated April 2015. (Form F455)
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Proper Installation of APA Rated Sheathing for Roof Applications
Provides simple construction steps for roof sheathing installation. Updated July 2013. (Form N335)
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Proper Handling and Installation of APA Plywood Underlayment
Includes information on handling, installing and fastening APA Underlayment panels. Updated July 2013. (Form R340)
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CONSEJOS PARA LOS CONSTRUCTORES
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Evite el Pandeo con un Espaciado Adecuado
Recomendación para espaciamiento de los paneles: APA recomienda un espacio de 1/8 pulgada entre el borde del panel y las unions finales. La madera contrachapada y los paneles de OSB se expandirán o encogerán un poco de acuerdo con los cambios en el contenido de humedad. Updated July 2014. (Form M300LA)
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Construir un Sistema de Piso Sólido, Libre de Chirridos
Construcción de pisos: Si no se instala correctamente, sistemas de piso pueden chirriar, pandearse, y causar saltado de clavo. APA recomienda un sistema de piso pegado. Updated July 2014. (Form Q300LA)
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Minimice los Clavos Sobresalientes
Clavos sobresalientes en construcción. Updated July 2014. (Form S300LA)
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