Is AdvanTech better than plywood?
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Is AdvanTech better than plywood?
Although both of these materials are very durable, Advantech flooring panels are much stronger and more durable than normal plywood. It can hold more weight, it can absorb more impact, and it resists general damage much better.
How much does a sheet of 5/8 AdvanTech weigh?
A: One sheet weighs approximately 75 pounds.
What thickness does AdvanTech come in?
AdvanTech sheathing panels are offered in three thicknesses (1/2″, 5/8″, 23/32″) for a wide range of conditions. All panels are available in nominal 4 by 8 foot sheets†† with square edge profiles, and a tongue and groove edge profile is also available in the 5/8″ thickness.
Can AdvanTech be painted?
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.
How many sheets of AdvanTech are in a unit?
Floor Panel, 1-1/8″ × 4′ × 8′
| Performance Category | Panel Size[3] | Panels Per Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 23/32″ Panel | 4′ × 8′ | 45 pcs |
| 7/8″ Panel | 4′ × 8′ | 40 pcs |
| 1″ Panel | 4′ × 8′ | 35 pcs |
| 1-1/8″ Panel | 4′ × 8′ | 30 pcs |
Can you paint AdvanTech plywood?
Ensure panels are dry, clean and free of dirt, dust and oily film prior to paint, polyurethane or epoxy coating application. Apply your oil based primer/paint, polyurethane or epoxy coating directly to the AdvanTech following the manufacturer’s recommendations for application.
Who makes AdvanTech subflooring?
Huber Engineered Woods LLC
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.
Do they make 1/2 inch AdvanTech?
AdvanTech® roof and wall sheathing is manufactured with design strength and stiffness capacities beyond those required by PS-2, the voluntary standard……VIEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES IN YOUR AREA.
| Pack Size | Pack Size 1 |
|---|---|
| Product Material | Product Material Oriented Strand Board |
| Nominal Thickness | Nominal Thickness 1/2″ |
Where is AdvanTech manufactured?
Advantech complements its design strengths with three world-class production centers in China and Taiwan that are fully capable of meeting all your manufacturing needs.
Can AdvanTech flooring be sanded?
Refer to AdvanTech installation manual for more information on panel spacing and 1/8” panel expansion gap. sanding may be required to ensure levelness of the floor system. placed over the ground and adequate ventilation should be used to help control moisture.
What thickness should a subfloor be?
The minimum thickness of plywood for subflooring is about 5/8 inch. Since it does not hold fasteners as well as plywood, OSB must be a little thicker, or at least 23/32 inch. There are several factors that determine what subfloor thickness is optimal for added benefits like insulation.
What company makes AdvanTech?
Is AdvanTech plywood 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.
