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22 September 2021 

Protecting classic cars with SterlingOSB Zero

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Bindloss Dawesarchitects in Somersetis experienced in the design of a great variety ofbuildings, from high-end retail premisesto beach houses in the Caribbeanand all sorts in between. The desire to create thoughtful architecture thatcomplements and enhancesexisting surroundings, with quality, technology and sustainability at the core,sees Bindloss Dawes employing a diverse range of materials. 

A current projectis the design and installation ofa workshop and garages for an avid classic car collector in the grounds of a Grade 2 listed property in Somerset. When specifyingmaterials,the architects originally considered plywood for the structural elements "but the contractors wanted to useSterlingOSB Zeroas they insisted it is stronger than ply! As a big fan of OSB, we naturally agreed",explainsOliver Bindloss,Joint Principal.

He continues,"The finished building will be divided into a car maintenance area,complete with a car lift,which will accommodate the restoration of two to three cars at a time, and a garage area which will house the owner's series of 1960s classic Porsches behind glass doors. The garage section will benefit from a dehumidifier to maintain the condition of the leather upholstery while keeping the chill off the engines inwinter."

Check out The Porsche Barn on Instagram to follow the project's progress.https://www.instagram.com/theporschebarn/

Oriented Strand Board (OSB) is formed of cross-directional strands of timber, bonded with resin adhesives and mechanically pressed to create a structurally engineered board. The SterlingOSB Zero rangefrom West Fraser is stronger than ply, with no knots, voids or de-lamination.

The boards are designed to speed up the build process and are available in a wide range of grades, thicknesses and sheet sizes. For structural use in dry or humid load bearing situations,SterlingOSB ZeroOSB3is the board of choice. When undertaking dry lining,SterlingOSB Zero StrongFixquickly provides secure anchorage areas.

Along with its many practical attributes, the Sterling OSB Zero range has strong environmental credentials. All West Fraser panel products produced in the UK are net carbon negative and manufactured in mills that have obtained the coveted environmental ISO 14001 accreditation. Responsibly sourced, the panels are FSC certified and created from locally grown timber, cutting embodied carbon from transportation. Sterling OSB Zero is also the first OSB product to be made in the UKwith zero added formaldehyde, ensuring an even‘greener'board that meets all standards with ease.

Samplesof SterlingOSB Zero, and West Fraser's other construction panels, can be ordered on the website. Head to the website to download a selection of tools including afully-interactive guide to all West Fraser products and a checklistto make sure you have everything you need for your build.

For further information, call 01786 812 921 or visitUk.westfraser.com 

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