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Builder Tip
- N335
This publication provides step-by-step instructions for roof sheathing installation
Technical Guides
- A535
This publication describes several roof design and weatherproofing methods used to keep water out of a home’s interior.
Excerpt
- E30X-RC
This publication is an excerpt from the APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide, providing a description and application recommendations for engineered wood roof materials
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-2
This detail shows APA Rated sheathing panels installed as roof decking over rafters or trusses with panel clips, asphalt or wood shingles, and proper edge and joint spacing.
Technical Note
- R275
This publication provides recommendations from APA research on the performance of 24-inch and narrower roof sheathing panels
Construction Guide
- R305
This publication provides specification recommendations for plywood and OSB roof systems and installation recommendations for panel roofs
Technical Topic
- TT-083
This publication provides installation guidelines for hip-roof panel applications on trusses spaced 24 in. o.c. that address serviceability issues and improve performance
Typical Details
- DT-BB-5
This detail shows pan and cover tile roof ridge detail of APA rated sheathing.
Typical Details
- DT-BB-12
This detail shows wall-to-roof flashing detail at stucco-clad wall.
Typical Details
- DT-BB-11
This detail shows wall-to-roof flashing detail at brick veneer roof intersection.
Specification Guide
- SP-1103
This publication provides an overview of the APA trademark and includes a sample specification for APA Rated Sheathing.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-5
This detail shows APA Rated wall sheathing applied in two orientations- strength axis across or parallel to studs- with weather-resistive barrier and siding on a wood-framed wall.
Product Advisory
- SP-1186
This publication discusses overstated published lateral load design properties of eight flexible structural sheathing products
Technical Guides
- D710
This publication includes recommended construction details for I-joists in roof applications.
Data File
- Z350
This publication describes techniques and products for code-required connections in wood roof systems in high wind and seismic zones.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-35
This detail shows four connection methods for flat roof systems: to wood I-joists, open-web parallel-chord wood trusses, steel bar joists with wood nailer and glulam beams.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-34
Stucco cladding assembly applied over APA Rated wood structural panel sheathing with two layers of weather-resistive barrier, self-furring metal lath, and metal bead.
Technical Guides
- G310
This publication presents tested assembly details for roof systems with APA wood structural panels used as substrate that meet classifications of FM approval or UL.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-32
This detail shows a prefabricated APA wood structural panel roof assembly with purlins installed perpendicular to the supports.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-24
This detail shows a heavy timber roof assembly with wood structural panels, featuring heavy timber or glulam beams supporting tongue-and-groove wood decking with built-up roofing.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-14
This detail shows brick veneer or masonry cladding installed over APA Rated wood structural panel sheathing.
Technical Topic
- TT-109
This publication discusses how wood structural panels can withstand earthquake, wind, wind suction and pressure loads while permitting the anchorage of lightweight siding materials
Typical Details
- DT-WRR-2
This detail shows wood roof assembly with plywood decking over purlins/trusses with two-ply asphalt glass fiber mat roofing system, rated UL Class 90
Technical Guides
- Q250
Determine the type and spacing of siding fasteners to meet building code requirements when using wood structural panel sheathing as a nail base (also called nailable sheathing)
Technical Topic
- TT-128
This publication discusses the results of a series of CAN/ULC-S102 tests of flame-spread rating (FSR) and smoke developed classification (SDC) for OSB sheathing in Canada
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-6
This detail shows APA Rated lap siding installed over wood structural panel sheathing with a weather-resistive barrier on a wood-framed exterior wall assembly.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-7
This detail shows APA Rated siding panels applied over wood structural panel sheathing with a weather-resistive barrier on a wood-framed wall assembly.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-4
This detail shows a one-hour fire-rated wood-framed wall assembly with Type X gypsum sheathing and wallboard, optional insulation, and APA rated siding exterior finish.
Data File
- Q370
This publication describes recommended wall construction methods for the installation of stucco exterior finish over structural wood panel wall sheathing
Typical Details
- DT-IJ-11
This detail shows installation of a sheathing reinforcement on cantilevered I-joists at a vertical building offset and specifies a reinforcement for one side of the I-joist.
Typical Details
- DT-IJ-12
This detail shows installation of a sheathing reinforcement on cantilevered I-joists at a vertical building offset and specifies reinforcement for two sides of the I-joist.
Technical Topic
- TT-052
This publication provides information about the performance, proper specification and application of oriented strand board (OSB) products.
Typical Details
- DT-RH-1
This detail shows raised heel energy truss attachment to an exterior wall for additional attic insulation space.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-22
This detail shows a fire-rated wall assembly of stucco over self-furring metal lath with APA rated sheathing, optional insulation, gypsum wallboard, and wood studs.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-2
This detail shows a fire-rated wall assembly using wood structural panel sheathing over studs with gypsum wallboard, fire protective membrane, and glass fiber insulation.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-3
This detail shows fire-rated exterior wall assembly with APA rated siding over sheathing, insulation, 2x4 wood framing at 16" on center and Type X gypsum wallboard interior finish.
Technical Note
- C465
This publication provides installation recommendations and test results for energy-saving APA Sturd-I-Wall construction
Technical Topic
- TT-063
This publication discusses the advantages of using IBC and UL recognized oriented strand board (OSB) and plywood wall assemblies over other products.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-28
This detail shows one-hour fire-resistive floor/ceiling assemblies using wood I-joists with APA Sturd-I-Floor decking and gypsum wallboard ceiling systems with furring channels.
Technical Guides
- T210
This publication details 10 common sources of air infiltration that should be checked and sealed during construction
Typical Details
- DT-FR-7
Fire-rated wall assembly of two UL-rated configurations (U330 and U335) with different exterior finishes over wood framing with mineral wool or glass fiber insulation.
Typical Details
- DT-WRR-1
This detail shows UL Class 90 rated roof assembly with two-ply asphalt glass fiber mat hot-mopped over plywood sheathing on wood framing with rayon tape.
Technical Note
- R525
This publication provides recommendations for minimizing moisture accumulation in panelized low-slope roof systems in commercial and industrial applications
Technical Topic
- TT-097
This publication explains the design considerations for installing a wood structural panel diaphragm over existing board sheathing (decking) in floors or roofs.
Technical Note
- J735
Provides recommendations for properly placing heavy loads in a partially completed light-framed structure to prevent damage to the structure and/or injury to the work crew
Builder Tip
- K310
Describes installation techniques for plywood and OSB roof sheathing and roof ventilation techniques that will help minimize the potential for buckling of asphalt shingles
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-31
This detail shows APA Rated sheathing panels installed as an open soffit on exposed roof rafters with weather-protected edges.
Typical Details
- DT-WWR-2
This detail shows a wind-resistive roof assembly with hot-mopped built-up roofing over APA-rated plywood sheathing and structural framing, rated U.L. Class 90.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-15
This detail shows a closed soffit assembly using APA rated roof sheathing and exterior panels for the closed soffit with continuous screened or louvered venting.
Technical Guides
- S475
This publication provides recommended design load tables for glulam beam roof and floor applications
Technical Guides
- T625
This publication provides design and fastening recommendations for installation of wood structural panels over metal framing in floors, walls and roofs.
Technical Guides
- M310
This publication illustrates nine construction details that improve wind resilience in residential construction, with real-world examples of each design
Case Studies
- C115
This case study discusses how a glulam roof structure provided decay resistance, seismic performance and cost savings for a municipal water reservoir in California.
Product Advisory
- SP-1172
This product advisory contains results of testing to measure the shear wall performance of Thermo-Ply® sheathing
Technical Topic
- TT-021
Table of recommended uniform live loads for PS 1 APA 303 siding when used as open soffit or combined roof decking-ceiling with long dimension perpendicular to supports.
Typical Details
- DT-WWR-1
This detail shows a UL Class 90 rated roof assembly using two-ply asphalt glass fiber mat over plywood deck with Douglas-fir or Southern pine framing.
Standards
- PRI-405
This standard contains performance criteria, qualification requirements & quality assurance information for APA Performance Rated I-joists in commercial roof/floor construction.
Technical Guides
- R330
This publication describes the key components of raised-heel trusses and identifies the advantages of using them in conjunction with continuous wood structural panel wall sheathing
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-19
This detail shows an FM Class 1-135 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels.
Technical Guides
- S811
This publication presents the recommended method for the design and fabrication of curved plywood roof panels. It is a supplement to the APA plywood design specification.
Excerpt
- E30X-WC
This publication is an excerpt from the APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide, providing application recommendations for APA wood structural panel wall sheathing.
Standards
- E445
This publication describes requirements and test methods for APA Performance Rated Panels (APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor®, APA Rated Sheathing and APA Rated Siding).
Typical Details
- DT-AF-18
This detail shows proper wood structural panel sheathing overlap connections for two raised-heel truss configurations.
Technical Guides
- L350
This publication provides design and construction recommendations for engineered diaphragm systems in floor, shear wall and roof systems
Typical Details
- DT-SIP-1
This detail shows a SIP wall beveled to support a sloped SIP roof that are connected together with panel screws and nails. It also shows sealant, roofing material and cladding.
Typical Details
- DT-BB-2
This detail shows chimney counter flashing detail of base flashing over shingle underlayment and roof deck, with counter flashing embedded in brick mortar joint.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-17
This detail shows an FM Class 1-105 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels over open-web trusses.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-18
This detail shows an FM Class 1-120 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels over steel joists.
Technical Guides
- X450
Describes the selection, specification, design considerations and allowable load tables for APA-trademarked glulam used in residential headers, floor beams and roof beams.
Technical Topic
- TT-110
This publication discusses wind resistance of light-framed walls sheathed with plywood or OSB using the methodology of the 2012 IBC Table 2304.6.1 and the 2012 IRC Table R602.3(3)
Case Studies
- Z110
This case study discusses how a Sprouts grocery store used engineered wood instead of steel for the roof system to solve supply chain challenges and reduce their carbon footprint.
Technical Topic
- TT-060
Provides a recommendation for foam plastic roof insulation over minimum Performance Category 15/32 engineered wood panels that meet the 15-minute thermal barrier requirement
Technical Note
- D481
Provides design and construction practices that reduce the potential for buckling of wood structural panel sheathing caused by wood expansion due to increased moisture conditions.
Technical Topic
- TT-105
This publication discusses the International Residential Code (IRC) wall sheathing requirements regarding wind pressure
Technical Topic
- TT-040
This publication discusses the placement of holes in the webs of I-joists or rim board when used as blocking for lateral restraint of floor and roof joists
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-1
This detail shows an APA glued floor system using APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor or sheathing panels.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-24
This detail shows APA plywood underlayment installation over APA Rated sheathing subfloor.
Typical Details
- DT-WB-2
This detail shows the alternate braced wall bracing method and its requirements including sheathing fastening, framing requirements, and foundation anchorage.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-20
This detail shows an FM Class 1-90 rated flat roof assembly using wood structural panels with foam insulation, fiberboard cover board, and built-up or modified bitumen roofing.
Typical Details
- DT-SIP-2
This detail shows roof SIPs sloped up to form a ridge and connections of the SIPs to framing members with panel screws, while also showing tape, sealant, and roofing materials.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-21
This detail shows a heavy timber roof construction assembly using APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor T&G panels over structural glulam or solid timber beams with built-up roofing.
System Report
- SR-103
This publication outlines a construction solution to meet the IRC’s lateral and wind uplift load requirements using wood structural panels with raised-heel, or energy-heel, trusses
Product Guide
- W410
This product guide provides an overview of oriented strand board (OSB) and discusses OSB composition, properties, code acceptances and applications
Typical Details
- DT-IJ-5
This detail shows the installation of PRI blocking panels between I-joists, attached to top plate with face nails for shear transfer at floor sheathing boundaries.
Typical Details
- DT-WB-4
This detail shows the wall bracing method continuously sheathed portal frame and its requirements including anchorage, minimum member sizes, and sheathing attachment.
Typical Details
- DT-WB-7
This detail shows the wall bracing method portal frame at a garage and its requirements including sheathing attachment, minimum member sizes, and anchorage.
Typical Details
- DT-WB-9
This detail shows the wall bracing method portal frame with hold down and its requirements including minimum framing sizes, sheathing attachment, hold-downs, and anchorage.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-26
This detail shows noise-resistant floor/ceiling assembly using APA Rated sheathing subfloor, lightweight concrete topping, resilient channels, and gypsum wallboard.
Typical Details
- DT-BB-4
This detail shows rain-screen wall assembly of furring strips creating a drainage airspace over water-resistive barrier and wood structural panel sheathing.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-4
APA Rated sheathing panels installed as subflooring over 2x joists, I-joists, or floor trusses with tongue-and-groove or blocked edges on a wood-framed floor system.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-6
Fire-rated load bearing interior chase wall assembly with gypsum wallboard, plywood sheathing, insulation cavity, and 1-inch space between stud walls at 16- or 24-inch centers.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-27
This detail shows a noise-resistant wall assembly in plan view using staggered 2x4 studs on 2x6 plates with APA Rated sheathing and gypsum wallboard to reduce sound transmission.
Typical Details
- DT-EWG-30
One-hour fire-rated exterior wall assembly using APA Rated siding, gypsum sheathing, weather-resistive barrier, and Type X gypsum wallboard over 2x4 wood stud framing.
Typical Details
- DT-CWA-1
This detail shows R20 2x4 wall assembly at 16" o.c. with insulated header, insulated siding (R3 min.), insulated corner, R15 cavity insulation, and wood structural panel sheathing.
Typical Details
- DT-CWA-2
R20 advanced framing wall assembly at 24" o.c. minimum with insulated corner, engineered wood or lumber header, R19 compressed fiberglass batts & wood structural panel sheathing.
Typical Details
- DT-CWA-3
This detail shows R20 wall assembly at 24" o.c. with insulated header (R13.8), insulated corner, R21 cavity insulation, and wood structural panel sheathing with wood/vinyl siding.
Typical Details
- DT-CWA-4
This detail shows R20 wall assembly with insulated siding (R2 min.), engineered wood or lumber header, wood structural panel sheathing, and R19 compressed fiberglass batts.
Typical Details
- DT-CWA-5
This detail shows R21 advanced framing wall assembly with insulated header and corner, wood structural panel sheathing, and fiberglass batt insulation at 16" or 24" o.c. spacing.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-20
Single-layer tongue and groove APA-rated sheathing over wood I-joists with resilient channels and two layers of gypsum wallboard ceiling assembly for residential construction.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-15
Single-layer tongue and groove APA-rated sheathing over wood I-joists with resilient channels and two layers of gypsum wallboard ceiling assembly for residential construction.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-18
Single-layer tongue and groove APA-rated sheathing floor system with wood I-joists, hat-shaped furring channels, gypsum wallboard ceiling, and mineral fiber insulation.
Typical Details
- DT-FR-21
This detail shows single-layer wood I-joist floor system with 23/32" T&G APA rated sheathing and two layers of 1/2" gypsum wallboard ceiling providing a fire-rated assembly.
Builder Tip
- M300
This publication contains spacing recommendations for APA Rated Sheathing, APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor® and APA Rated Siding.
Construction Guide
- M400
This publication explains the components of advanced framing in floor and wall framing, including illustrated construction details
Excerpt
- E30X-AFBS
Summary of special systems, including fire resistant construction, fire protected assemblies, wind-resistive roofs, energy conservation and panels over metal framing
Data File
- D720
This publication identifies the causes of and remedies for excessive floor vibration.
Technical Note
- U425
This publication discusses expansion joint details for buildings with dimensions larger than 80 feet
Technical Topic
- TT-053
This publication discusses components of shear-wall deflection and includes formulas for calculating deflection of shear walls
Product Guide
- F405
This product guide describes performance standards, applications, trademark and performance category information for APA Performance Rated Panels
Research Report
- Q260
This report includes test results of unblocked, stapled and metal-framed shear walls, and a summary of previous shear wall tests.
Customer Service Tip
- W503
This publication discusses the causes, prevention and remedial treatment for floor sheathing ridging.
Technical Note
- Q225
This publication contains uniform load tables for APA trademarked wood structural panels that are manufactured and qualified in accordance with PS 1, PS 2 and APA PRP-108
Technical Guides
- E30
This publication provides a comprehensive overview of engineered wood construction systems for residential, commercial and industrial buildings
Technical Guides
- B707
Learn the APA research facility capabilities, including assembly-level testing of roof and floor building components and performance evaluation of lateral force resisting systems
Case Studies
- N115
This case study discusses how curved glulam beams enabled dramatic design, seismic resilience and cost effectiveness for the LeMay Car Museum in Tacoma, Washington.
Builder Tip
- Q300
This publication describes how to prevent floor complaints and callbacks with proper floor sheathing installation
FAQ
- F505
This publication answers questions about structural plywood and OSB panel performance, grade, growth and natural characteristics.
Builder Tip
- N330
This publication discusses recommended panels and spans for open and closed soffits.
Damage Assessment Report
- SP-1182
This report summarizes the findings of a team of engineers who visited the site of a 2017 Texas windstorm to assess the damages sustained by residences