LP^® SmartSide^® ExpertFinish^® Naturals Collection^™ Siding and LP BurnGuard^™ FRT OSB Named Finalists for NAHB’s Best of IBS^™ Awards

NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, announced today that LP^® SmartSide® ExpertFinish® Naturals Collection^™ siding and LP BurnGuard^™ FRT OSB panels have been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as a finalist for the Best of IBS^™ Awards.

“Being named a finalist for the NAHB Best of IBS Awards for two products reflects LP’s commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to the market.” – LP Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer Craig Sichling

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Held annually at the NAHB International Builders’ Show^® (IBS), the world’s largest light construction event, the Best of IBS Awards honor the most innovative and impactful products in the residential construction industry. Finalists are selected based on innovation, functionality, design and appeal to builders and consumers.

LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Naturals Collection siding and LP BurnGuard Fire-Retardant-Treated (FRT) Oriented Strand Board (OSB) panels stood out among hundreds of entries, earning recognition for exceptional design and performance.

“Being named a finalist for the NAHB Best of IBS Awards for two products reflects LP’s commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to the market,” said LP Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer Craig Sichling. “Earning this recognition for the second consecutive year speaks to the dedication of our LP team and our continued focus on advancing building materials that enhance durability and innovation.”

A nod to stained wood, the Naturals Collection^™ portfolio is available in six versatile prefinished colors in both cedar and brushed smooth finishes to complement a wide range of architectural styles. Each color coordinates with the 16 LP SmartSide ExpertFinish^® Trim & Siding colors. LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding is backed by an industry-leading 5/15/50-year limited warranty to help ensure durability and peace of mind for builders and homeowners.

Launching in 2026, LP BurnGuard FRT OSB is a structural panel with fire-retardant protection blended throughout the strands for consistent performance through the full thickness of the panel. It installs like traditional OSB and is backed by an industry-leading 20-year limited warranty.

For more information about LP products, visit LPCorp.com.

About LP Building Solutions

As a leader in high-performance building solutions, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions, NYSE: LPX) manufactures engineered wood products that meet the demands of builders, remodelers and homeowners worldwide. LP’s extensive portfolio of innovative and dependable products includes Siding Solutions (LP^® SmartSide^® Trim & Siding, LP^® SmartSide^® ExpertFinish^® Trim & Siding, LP BuilderSeries^® Lap Siding and LP^® Outdoor Building Solutions^®), LP® Structural Solutions (LP^® FlameBlock^® Fire-Rated Sheathing, LP WeatherLogic^® Air & Water Barrier, LP^® TechShield^® Radiant Barrier Sheathing, LP Legacy^® Premium Sub-Flooring, and LP^® TopNotch^® 350 Durable Sub-Flooring) and LP^® Oriented Strand Board. In addition to product solutions, LP provides industry-leading customer service and warranties. Since its founding in 1972, LP has been Building a Better World^™ by helping customers construct beautiful, durable homes while shareholders build lasting value. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 manufacturing facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.