Q. I'm trying to educate myself about new construction, as I'm thinking of building a new home. I see carpenters nail on large sheets of wood onto the wall studs. What's the purpose of this funny ...

Plywood used to be king for wall sheathing and flooring material, but oriented strand board (OSB), introduced in the late 70s, is now the most popular. But both have their advantages and disadvantages ...

We usually think of our homes' exterior sheathing - like the brick or siding - as its weather protection, like our winter coats. But what's more important in protecting your home from damage caused by ...