Plywood is made from thin layers of wood veneer glued in alternating directions, while OSB3 (Oriented Strand Board) is made from compressed wood flakes and resin.












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View Product Reviews18mm Structural OSB 3 Sterling Board 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4')
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Key Features
- {{foundation}} Used in a variety of structural applications
- {{water_drop}} Offers load-bearing performance in humid conditions
Technical Specification
| URN: | 4003002 |
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| Application: | Roofs & walls |
| Thickness: | 18mm |
| Width: | 1220mm |
| Length: | 2440mm |
| Weight: | 28kg |
| Sales Unit: | Sheet |
| Sales Unit Coverage: | 2.98m2 |
| Grade: | OSB3 |
| Wood Species: | Pine / Spruce |
| Edge: | Square |
| Bond Class: | BS EN300 |
| Formaldehyde Level: | E1 (low) |
| Country of Origin: | Latvia |
Product Overview
Structural OSB 3 Sterling board, measuring 2440mm x 1220mm (8' x 4') with an 18mm thickness.
Engineered from cross-laminated softwood strands and bonded with resin under heat and pressure, it delivers consistent strength and stability without knots or voids.
Certified to EN 300 OSB 3 for load-bearing performance in humid conditions, it serves as a practical and cost-effective alternative to plywood for many structural applications such as heavy flooring, robust roofing, and demanding joinery or construction work.
Features & Benefits
- Structural classification: OSB 3 certified to EN 300, for load-bearing use in humid conditions.
- BBA approved: Permits use in a wide range of commercial and domestic projects.
- Void-free construction: Consistent strength with no knots or core gaps.
- Cross-strand stability: Resists warping, splitting, and expansion.
- Moisture performance: Reliable in humid environments, unlike OSB 2 (dry-use only).
- Workability: Easy to cut, drill, nail, and sand with standard tools.
- Board size 2440mm x 1220mm: Compatible with UK framing centres for straightforward fixing on standard stud/joist spacing.
- Thickness 18mm: Heavy-duty board for flooring, roofing, and high-load applications.
Applications
- Flat roof decking: Structural 18mm profile provides the rigidity required for GRP, EPDM, and felt roofing systems across joist centres up to 600mm.
- Timber frame sheathing: High-capacity 18mm boards provide essential racking resistance and load-bearing support for structural wall and floor panels.
- Site hoarding and security: 18mm thickness ensures a robust, impact-resistant barrier for secure temporary site enclosures and perimeter fencing.
- Shed and outbuilding flooring: High-density construction eliminates floor deflection under the weight of heavy garden machinery and workshop equipment.
- Concrete formwork and shuttering: High-strength board serves as a containment solution for foundations and walls where a textured concrete finish is acceptable.
- Mezzanine and storage platforms: 18mm thickness provides a certified structural deck for internal mezzanine levels and heavy-duty shelving in warehouse environments.
- Sarking and roof boarding: Used beneath primary roof coverings to provide a secondary moisture barrier and increase the overall rigidity of the roof structure.
Installation Guidance
- Allow for expansion: Leave a 3mm expansion gap between all board edges and a 10mm gap at rigid wall abutments to accommodate natural movement.
- Stagger the joints: Lay panels in a "brick-bond" pattern across supports to ensure structural loads are distributed evenly across the frame.
- Support all edges: Ensure every board edge is supported by a joist, stud, or noggin to prevent deflection and maintain a level surface.
- Apply correct fixings: Secure boards using galvanised nails or screws at 150mm intervals along edges and 300mm intervals on intermediate supports.
- Seal cut edges: Coat all field-cut edges with a high-quality water-resistant wood sealant immediately to prevent moisture ingress and edge swelling.
- Orient boards correctly: Install the long axis of the board perpendicular to the supporting joists or studs for maximum structural spanning strength.
- Protect from weather: Cover installed boards with a waterproof membrane as soon as possible if the structure is not yet fully weathered.
- Fixing distance from edge: Ensure all fasteners are driven at least 10mm from the board edge to prevent breakout and maintain pull-through resistance.
- Surface painting: Use a high-quality solvent-based primer or dedicated OSB sealer before applying topcoats to prevent strand swelling, as detailed in our comprehensive guide to painting OSB.
Compliance & Performance
- Standard: EN 300 OSB 3 classification, verified for structural use in humid environments.
- Certification: BBA approved for quality and compliance in construction.
- Bonding: High-pressure, resin-bonded layers provide long-term durability and resistance to delamination.
- Veneer quality: Free from internal knots and core voids, ensuring consistent structural integrity across the board.
- Important note: Colour and finish are representative only and may vary slightly as this is a natural product. Always ensure proper ventilation if using in enclosed spaces, though this board is manufactured to E1 low-formaldehyde emission standards.
Customer Reviews
I used these in a shed build. The boards were level and delivered to me on time.
Really pleased with the quality of these boards
The service from Ciara was amazing from start to finish
All boards arrived in good condition, and the price was cheap.
Arrived on time and I would recommend them to anyone
I'd recommend Materials Market. I had a positive experience, bought at good prices and the boards were a good spec.
Managed to order these on short notice and I was really impressed with the quality of the boards. I'll be ordering from them again
I ordered these for my carpenter, the service was great - a big thank you to Ciara for arranging my order.
Great service and good quality boards that arrived, really happy all round
The boards arrived in a good condition. I used them in a shop for a big flooring project I had.
great for sub-floors
good
Great price, and my dog loves the new bed I made using it.
great
excellent
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Questions and Answers
What is the difference between OSB3 and plywood?
Can 18mm OSB3 be used for flat roofs?
Yes. It is strong enough to span roof joists and provides a stable, moisture-resistant base for waterproof membranes like EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass, or felt.
Is 18mm OSB3 better than 11mm for flooring?
Yes, 18mm OSB3 is the standard minimum thickness for structural flooring. 11mm is not designed to support the weight of people, furniture, or equipment without snapping or sagging.