Two things really distinguish how AdvanTech panels are made that contribute to their high performance over commodity OSB: resin technology and manufacturing precision. AdvanTech panels use an advanced liquid resin that coats flakes during the manufacturing process to make sure the panel is thoroughly protected.

Is AdvanTech flooring waterproof?

Unlike traditional commodity OSB products that can swell or delaminate, AdvanTech subflooring is engineered with a unique resin formula and process. This allows AdvanTech subflooring panels to not only stand up to snow, ice and rain without flaking or swelling, but to also maintain its strength and stiffness.

What is best material for subfloor?

Plywood. Plywood is considered the most popular material used for subflooring, it has been used since the 1950s and remains one of the top choices for contractors. Standard plywood works perfectly fine as a subflooring material, but the best option is ¾” tongue-and-groove plywood subflooring.

Is AdvanTech a OSB?

AdvanTech® flooring is a high-performance engineered panel designed to replace plywood and commodity oriented strand board (OSB) floor sheathing.

How long can AdvanTech be exposed to rain?

In fact, AdvanTech has a 50 year limited warranty. You’ll end up with flatter, smoother finished floors and eliminate the potential for costly delaminations in your subfloor. The photo shows our home during construction with the AdvanTech sheathing (flooring) completely soaked by 10 days of rain.

Do you nail or screw subfloor?

Ideally, nail down your subfloor using corrosion-resistant nails that will securely hold it in place and last a long time. Screws are a great alternative that you can easily remove, but they are not as sturdy. Screws are superior in terms of reducing floor squeaks, but the installation is slower.

Can you paint AdvanTech flooring?

Apply your oil based primer/paint, polyurethane or epoxy coating directly to the AdvanTech following the manufacturer’s recommendations for application. Be careful in choosing a coating for the AdvanTech because it may interfere with finish floor covering installation and performance.

Can you use AdvanTech on roof?

AdvanTech flooring can be used as roof sheathing.

Who makes AdvanTech flooring?

Huber Engineered Woods LLC creates innovative specialty products—AdvanTech® subflooring and subfloor adhesive and ZIP System® roof and wall sheathing—that provide residential and commercial builders with improved performance, easy installation and overall peace of mind.

Is AdvanTech fire rated?

AdvanTech flooring and sheathing panels are recognized as having a Class C (III) flame spread rating without need for test or label by HUD/ FHA Manual of Acceptance Practices, Section 405-8 to the Minimum Property Standards. Ship panels under tarp.

What plywood has no formaldehyde?

PureBond plywood utilizes a soy-based, alternative to toxic, formaldehyde-based resins. In other words, PureBond replaces a toxic substance with a completely non-toxic substance. Our wood is sourced from sustainably harvested North American forests, a renewable resource.

Can you use PureBond plywood for subfloor?

Purebond plywood is not rated as a structural plywood for sheathing, subfloor, or decking. It also doesn’t handle moisture as well as typical plywood.

Is plywood less toxic than OSB?

Answers. First of all, there is not a huge difference in offgassing between OSB (oriented strand board) and exterior-grade plywood. You are right to be concerned, however, about offgassing from wood panels, as the EPA has classified formaldehyde as a probable human carcinogen.