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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/607thumb.jpg" height="75" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nPlywood is very strong. You can even use it to make plywood hurricane shutters. There are different plywood grades and plywood types such as CDX plywood. If you are building a home in an area raked by hurricanes, plywood is a great material to use. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = ' Bouncy and Springy Floors';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Mon, 07 Nov 2005';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Floors that bounce up and down when you walk across them are annoying. The floor may be structurally sound and built within code limits. In almost all cases the floor can be fixed so that it is solid and does not bounce. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'OSB or oriented strand board is made with special glues that can take getting wet repeatedly. Check to make sure it is in good shape, dry it out and then use it. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Building With Wet Plywood and OSB';
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  syndicate.article_date[ syndicate.index ] = 'Thu, 14 Jul 2005';
  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Plywood and OSB should be put under roof as soon as possible when building. \nCategory 1 plywood and OSB could grow mold from standing water. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Plywood & OSB Grading Specifications';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Plywood and OSB (oriented strand board) has a grading system. The Engineered Wood Association has a labeling system to grade lumber for its recommended use. How to read the grading stamps and some sample OSB and plywood ratings are provided. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Oriented strand board (OSB board) can be used for many things that plywood can do. However, it does have its limitations. In some cases, treated plywood is a cheaper and just as useful choice. Be sure to read the label on OSB board to make sure you\'re purchasing the right kind for your job. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'There are all sorts of places to get literature for Plywood and Oriented Strand Board (OSB board), but the best place is the Engineered Wood Association. This group produces some of the best descriptive booklets, technical manuals and brochures in the world. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = '  <table border=0 cellspacing=2 cellpadding=0 width=100 align=right>\n   <tr><td><img src="http://www.askthebuilder.com/artman/uploads/304_1-thumb.jpg" height="75" width="100" border=1></td></tr>\n  </table>\nPlywood and oriented strand board (OSB) are similar, yet different. They are made similarly yet react differently when they get wet. OSB may be less expensive, but if cuts are made to the surface, it loses its waterproof quality. ';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Engineered I joists are similar to traditional floor joists, but have a few special care requirements. I joists should be stored upright and not come in contact with moisture and need to be blocked to prevent rollover. Here are some tips for installation and cutting holes in an I joist. ';
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  syndicate.article_title[ syndicate.index ] = 'Approved Engineered I Joist Manufacturers';
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  syndicate.article_summary[ syndicate.index ] = 'Engineered I joists now have a uniform set of manufacturing rules for quality control. The following is a list of the manufacturers of engineered I joists who make joists that meet the PRI-400 guidelines. ';
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