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OSB interior wall sheathing smooth or rough side out? – GreenBuildingAdvisor
- September 1, 2025
- Posted by: sherwin@eyeconz.com
- Category: Uncategorized
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Trevor_Lambert | Posted in General Questions on
I’m thinking rough side facing out, because it will provide more friction against the studs for shear strength, plus the smooth side will make a nicer interior finish (this is a workshop, so no drywall). What’s the GBA wisdom on this?
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