Fire Retardant Plywood Roof Sheathing

Go to work with a building solution that meets building code requirements for fire resistent construction while increasing structural ratings.

Fire retardant plywood roof sheathing. Prices promotions styles and availability may vary by store and online. Lp flameblock is an icc es evaluated component of 1 and 2 hour fire rated wall assemblies and roof deck applications. Pyro guard was the first interior fire retardant treatment with plywood roof span ratings and lumber strength adjustments based on high temperature testing. Magtech fire retardant osb sheathing is a patent pending code compliant fire retardant non combustible wood panel system that incorporates the extraordinarily flame and heat resistance of magnesium oxide with the structural ability and overall utility of osb to create a uniquely high performing fire resistance rated structural sheathing product.

This document summarizes the history of the development and use of fire resistant plywood roof sheathing in the u s. For plywood fire retardant treatments are impreg nated into structural sheathing plywood manufactured under either ps 1 83. Code compliant class a flame spread rated fire retardant wood panel system that is both durable and easy to handle on the job site. For roof sheathing that stands the test of time it s tough to beat plytanium plywood only from georgia pacific.

Inventory is sold and received continuously throughout the day. The stiff and strong quality construction is ideal for both residential and light commercial construction. Therefore the quantity shown may not be available when you get to the store. Fx lumber guard xt frt osb sheathing provides higher design values than pressure impregnated frtw plywood at the same thickness and creates a superior substrate for securely fastening exterior facing.

Flamepro brand fire retardant is a proven successful formulation based on the american wood protection association p50 standard for fire retardants. 1 2 x 4 x 8 fire retardant plywood sheathing. Flamepro brand fire retardant treated wood frtw is lumber and plywood pressure impregnated with flamepro interior type a high temperature ht fire retardant chemicals. Plytanium plywood sheathing provides outstanding performance durability and impact resistance for walls and roofs.

Plywood was strength tested after exposure to 170 degrees f and lumber was strength tested after exposure to 150 degrees f according to astm 5516 and astm 5664. It is the premier choice for your project to meet fire codes while reducing dead load and wall thickness when compared to common alternatives. The fire retardant chemicals are loaded into the wood at levels between 2 5 and 5 0 lb ft 3 4 and 8 kg m depending on the species of wood used and the intended application.