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| Over £300 ex. VAT | £35 ex. VAT |
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Key Features
- {{foundation}} Used in a variety of structural applications
- {{water_drop}} Offers load-bearing performance in humid conditions
- {{workspace_premium}} Manufactured to EN 300 performance standards
- {{verified_user}} BBA approved
Technical Specification
| URN: | 4003003 |
|---|---|
| Application: | Roofs & walls |
| Thickness: | 9mm |
| Width: | 1197mm |
| Length: | 2397mm |
| Weight: | 14.73kg |
| Sales Unit: | Sheet |
| Sales Unit Coverage: | 2.87m2 |
| 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 2397mm x 1197mm (8' x 4') with a 9mm 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 sheathing, panelling, and internal construction.
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 2397mm x 1197mm: Designed to suit UK construction modules (based on 600mm and 400mm centres), reducing cutting and waste.
- Thickness 9mm: Lightweight panel suited to sheathing, soffits, and panelling.
Applications
- Wall sheathing: Enhances structural rigidity and racking resistance when fixed to timber frame wall systems.
- Light Flooring underlayment: Provides a level surface suitable for light domestic flooring applications with close joist centres.
- Site hoardings: Delivers a durable, cost-effective solution for temporary site enclosures and fencing.
- Shopfitting and displays: Versatile enough for the fabrication of shelving units, structural stands, and internal panelling.
- General DIY projects: Practical for wide-ranging construction tasks requiring a high-strength, stable panel.
- Packaging and crating: High strength-to-weight ratio ensures the protection of goods during transit without adding significant shipping weight.
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.