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2014 IBS SHOW VILLAGE WILL FEATURE FIRST-TIME LIVE DEMOCONSTRUCTION

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 4, 2014) –2014 is believed to be the first year that home façades will be created and installed at Show Village through the duration of the International Builders’ Show, Feb. 4-6, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.Show Village is located in the parking lot of the convention center.

These home façade structures are designed to be dynamic (not static), in that crews will be installing LP® SmartSide® Precision Series Smooth Panel and applying CarraraFinishes™stucco-looking acrylic finish throughout theshow exhibit hours.

“Attendees don’t as readily absorb what is on the outside of the show homes, being interested primarily in inside amenities.This unique façade approach allows show attendees to gain better understanding and knowledge of products via real-world simulation, providing more value to builders.This makes better use of builders’ valuable time by making the product message relevant to their product selection process,” said Ben Skoog, LP SmartSide business marketing manager.

Thethree façade structures were designed based on research and input from experts on typical home styles for different geographic regions, focusing on regions of the United States where stucco is often utilized.LP representatives will be on hand to discuss the live demos, including product handling and installation.

These façades will enable builders to see firsthand LP SmartSide Precision Series Panel as the ideal substrate for acrylic finishes that yield the look of stucco. The live demos will illustrate how LP SmartSide panel functions as a system with acrylic finishes – delivering impact resistance, efficiency, beauty and durability.

“The technologies and innovation with this system mean you can get the unique beauty of stucco without the usual sacrifices,” Skoog said. “The finish’s beauty provides curb appeal. Thissystem of the LP SmartSide Panel substrate with acrylic finishes is faster to install than three-coat stucco or exterior insulation and finishing system (EIFS) products, so it comparatively reduces installation time and cost.”

LP SmartSide panel is an excellent foundation for stucco-looking coatings vs. lath or cement because LP’s proprietary SmartGuard® process provides additional strength and helpsit to resist moisture, termites and fungal decay. LP SmartSide panels are permeable, helping to prevent moisture from being trapped in the walls of a home.

LP SmartSide Precision Series Smooth Panel comes with LP’s industry-leading five-year, 100-percent labor and replacement feature, along with a 50-year prorated limited warranty.

For more information about LP SmartSide trim and siding, or to review the complete limited warranty, call 888.820.0325 or visit

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About LP Building Products

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation is a leading manufacturer of quality engineered wood building materials including OSB, structural framing products, and exterior siding for use in residential, industrial and light commercial construction. From manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Chile and Brazil, LP products are sold to builders and homeowners through building materials distributors and dealers and retail home centers. Founded in 1973, LP is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and traded on the New York Stock Exchange under LPX. For more information, visit

NOTE TO EDITORS: At the 2014 International Builders’ Show, Feb. 4-6, 2014, please visit LP booth C3811. AtShow Village view product-application presentations of stucco-looking coatings on LP SmartSide Precision Series Smooth Panel. For high-res visuals of LP SmartSide products please contact Patrick Kunklier of hfa at 330.319.6963 or .

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